Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm

Although he was unable to help us with our situation, he was very helpful and gave us excellent suggestions. Attorney Ghanouni was easy with which to communicate and easily approachable and understandable.

Erin King worked alongside Foss Hodges when I first employed him (at another firm). Erin then went to work with Teen and Young Adult Defense while my case was ongoing. She had no duty to stay involved with my case, but she sought it through to the end--a testament to her dedication and kindness. Erin has a knack for finding all the relevant parties (on the prosecuting side) and for getting to know them and what makes them tick. She's as competent as she is clever. I'm so glad she was there for me to assist my principal attorney when I needed all the help I could get! Erin is a trooper for her clients and frequently went above and beyond for me. I'm immensely grateful to her and will be for life.

We hired Paul represent my nephew during a Cherokee County school disciplinary tribunal that was initially set to result in a 360-day suspension. Thanks to his expertise and thoughtful advocacy, what could have been a devastating outcome was transformed into a waiver of the tribunal, a suspension only for the remainder of the school year, and a full return to in-person learning at the start of the next school year.

Paul went far beyond legal defense. He focused on what truly mattered: our child’s education and long-term well-being. He worked to integrate IDEA and IEP evaluations and supports into the resolution, ensuring that the outcome wasn’t just about avoiding punishment, but about addressing the underlying needs that led us here. He helped us reframe what a “win” really looks like, shifting our perspective from litigation and reparations to meaningful mitigation, growth, and support.

Paul is a rare combination of brilliant strategist and compassionate advocate. He truly cares about children and families, and his ability to see the whole picture made all the difference for us. We’re deeply grateful for his dedication and highly recommend him to any parent or family member with a child facing a similar situation.