Bio

 

Gabe Ridley is a south Georgia native who returned to his home town to practice law. He has experience in a broad range of legal matters, including civil litigation, real estate transactions, government law, family law, juvenile dependency, personal injury, estate planning, business formation, civil appeals, criminal law, and environmental law. Gabe served as a magistrate judge and is currently the Grady County attorney. He has litigated cases in every state court in Georgia as well as federal court. He successfully argued a case before the Georgia Court of Appeals and has represented clients in the Georgia Supreme Court.

 

Gabe has a diverse background that sets him apart from most attorneys. Prior to enrolling in law school, Gabe had earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s degree in environmental engineering, served nearly four years on active duty with the U.S. army, and spent two years managing the environmental program at a chemical manufacturing plant.

 

While serving in the army, Gabe earned a commission as an infantry officer. He also completed the army’s elite Airborne and Ranger training programs. After completing his infantry officer training, Gabe deployed to Iraq with the First Cavalry Division, serving as a staff officer and platoon leader.

 

Education:

Huntingdon College, B.A., Biology

University of Alabama at Birmingham, M.S. Civil/Environmental Engineering

Georgia State University College of Law, J.D. (cum laude, highest pro bono honors)