*** Currently accepting divorce cases
*** Auto accident cases statewide.
*** Bankruptcy cases statewide.
We are happy to help you. My firm is noted for our aggressive representation, meticulous preparation, and fair, flat fees. Potential clients can be assured that I have the necessary experience and dedication to your case and will give each and every client the personal attention that their case requires. I have been practicing for over 22 years, so I am considered an expert in my field and well regarded by opposing attorneys and judges.
Please note: I DO NOT handle family law cases when DFCS is involved.
I have a very low caseload, so I only handle one trial matter at a time. You will not have to worry about me not being able to handle your important hearing because I have another scheduled at the same time. I set aside time for each client and each case so you get my undivided attention. I will never hand your case off to an associate.
- Divorce
- Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Same Sex Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Modifications
- Legitimation
- High Asset Divorce
- *****We DO NOT handle DFCS cases nor 3rd party / grandparent custody cases***
- Mediation
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Family Law Flat fees - no hourly billing! We don't drag your case out to make more money.
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- Georgia
- State Bar of Georgia
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- 11th Circuit
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- United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
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- Edwards Family Law
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- Stephen A. Friedman & Associates
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- Tulane University School of Law
- J.D. (2001) | Law
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- North Carolina Central University
- B.A. (1998) | Political Science
- Graduated in 3 years at age 19; Minors in Spanish & French
- Honors: magna cum laude
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- Top 2% of Attorneys
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- 10.0 Superb Rating
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- Super Lawyer
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- 2020-2023
- Pro Bono All Stars
- Georgia Bar Journal
- Rising Star in Family Law
- Georgia SuperLawyers
- 2013, 2015 - 2018
- Gwinnett County Bar Association - Family Law Section
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- Activities: Past President
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- Atlanta Bar Association - Family Law Section
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- American Bar Association
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- Dekalb County Family Law Section, Family Law Section
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- Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law Section
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- How to Prepare for Mediation
- Avvo Legal Guide
- What does a Guardian ad Litem do?
- Avvo Legal Guide
- What to bring to a Family Law Consultation with your Attorney
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- Nuts & Bolts of Family Law - Case Law Updates
- State Bar of Georgia Family Law Section
- Nuts & Bolts of Family Law - Case Law Updates
- State Bar of Georgia Family Law Section
- Master Class: Tech, Tools, and Talent to Run a More Efficient Law Firm, Smith.ai
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- Improve Your Intake, smith.ai & Edwards Family Law
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- Georgia Supreme Court
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- Collaborative Institute of Georgia
- Q. I live with a friend and pay rent + electricity. My girlfriend also lives with us, but does not pay. I want her out.
- A: 1. In Georgia she is allowed to record without your consent.
2. You can't evict her because it's not your house. You certainly can move if you want to be away from her.
3. You can't force her to have an abortion.
4. She can have the baby and seek child support from you. It's up to you if you want to actually see the child, but you have to pay support.
- Q. In Georgia, with separate finances, can I be liable for my spouse's debt in a divorce if incurred against my wishes?
- A: Marital debt is divisible in a divorce. Once you know about the spending habits and you know debt is being incurred, you can't file for divorce 5 years later and wash your hands of it. If it is a big enough of a problem to end the marriage, then end the marriage. If not, then you are accepting of the spending habits and likely will have to share in the debt upon divorce.
- Q. Am I technically withholding visitation?
- A: You telling him to take you to court about parenting time is contempt. However, if the parenting plan allows for him to pick up the child from daycare on his weekends, and he has chosen not to, you may not be held in contempt. If you feel that parenting time would put your child in a dangerous situation, then you need to file a modification with a court, not just ignore the court order.