Theodore Grana Cassert

Theodore Grana Cassert has established a commendable legal career grounded in diverse litigation areas, including criminal law and family law. An attorney partner at Fox Chandler Hicks McKinnon & Cassert LLP, he bases his practice in Gainesville, Georgia.

A proud alumnus of St. Bonaventure University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 2004, Mr. Cassert went on to pursue his legal studies at John Marshall Law School, obtaining his Juris Doctor in 2007. Upon his admission to the State Bar of Georgia the same year, he served as an assistant district attorney for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit in Hall/Dawson counties, a role he held from 2007 to 2010. This position allowed him to develop a robust legal foundation, handling a wide array of criminal cases, ranging from minor speeding offenses to complex capital murder trials.

Mr. Cassert transitioned into private practice by joining the law firm of Fox, Chandler, Homans, Hicks & McKinnon. Here, he further expanded his legal practice to include personal injury and divorce/family law, demonstrating his versatile ability to manage and empathize with clients across different legal needs.

His extensive courtroom experience and proactive approach to legal challenges have greatly benefitted Mr. Cassert’s clients, whether he is negotiating settlements or advocating in court. His commitment to justice is also evident through his additional role as the solicitor for Lumpkin County Probate Court, where he oversees legal proceedings related to wills, estates and other related matters.

Mr. Cassert is also deeply involved in professional organizations, maintaining memberships with the State Bar of Georgia and the Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association, among others. His bar admissions include the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. A testament to his dedication to serving his clients, he has been rated “Very Good” on Avvo.

Dedicated to his community, Mr. Cassert has served as a board member for the Children's Center for Hope & Healing, contributing to initiatives that support children and families in crisis. This role highlights his commitment not only to his legal profession but also to societal well-being.