Ellenwood Family Lawyers

Nichole represents clients in family law cases (divorce, custody, child support, Family Violence Protective Orders, legitimation and paternity) in Henry County and the surrounding area.

Nichole has represented hundreds of clients. Her practice is almost exclusively in the area of family law.

Adam S. Jaffe founded ATL Family Lawyers. His goal was to incorporate the aggressive and intense team environment of large law firms with the specific focus and customer service of smaller legal practices. Today, ATL Family Lawyers is one of the most successful and experienced boutique law firms in Atlanta and Georgia, and encompasses all of these things and more. Adam serves as ATL Family Law's Senior Partner and is one of the best trial and litigation lawyers in Atlanta and the State of Georgia. Over the past 16 years, Adam has become the elite of Atlanta and Georgia...

Since starting Rachel Kaufman Law in June of 2015, Rachel has provided top-notch legal representation to hundreds of clients throughout the State of Georgia. In that short time, Rachel has gained a reputation for being a highly passionate and highly effective courtroom advocate. Amongst her colleagues, judges and courtroom personnel, Rachel is known for being a smart fighter, who can see through the tumbleweeds and intuitively zero-in on which strategic routes need to be taken to get to the best outcome possible. No matter the charge (DUI, Murder, Drug Offense, etc.), Rachel approaches each client’s situation with family-like loyalty and...

The Law Offices of Sean R. Whitworth was founded by Sean R. Whitworth, and focuses exclusively on domestic family law issues and criminal law throughout the metro Atlanta area to include all surrounding counties. Sean has a diverse background that gives him a unique perspective when dealing with the complexities of litigation. His clients find he is able to explain the issues they will face with clarity and empathy. He is able to listen and understand what a client’s particular situation is and advise them as to the most productive and economical way to achieve that goal. After litigating...

Although well known by all for his extremely calm, collected, and friendly demeanor, Walter Zankov is always ready to go to war in the courtroom and stays prepared for any situation. Whenever working for his clients, Walter is tenacious and represents his clients with zeal. Thinking through every aspect and angle of his client’s case, he truly leaves no option unexplored and no stone unturned, to arrive at the optimal strategy for any situation. With a smile on his face and a handy sense of humor, he confidently delivers brilliant results.

When not refining his craft, Walter keeps his...

Attorney Akil Kenneth Secret is a licensed attorney in the States of Georgia and Nebraska. His practice focuses on Serious Personal Injury Litigation, Wrongful Death Litigation and Major Criminal Defense. Mr. Secret has represented defendants in numerous high profile state and federal cases. He has tried hundreds of cases with extraordinary success. Mr. Secret has represented Lawyers, Doctors, Accountants, Real Estate Brokers and Agents and Corporate Executives. Attorney Akil Secret attended University of Nebraska and transferred to attend Morehouse College where he pursued his undergraduate studies until 1973 with a major in Political Science. He attended Atlanta Law School and earned...

Bar Admissions - State Bar of Georgia - State Court of Georgia - Federal U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia - Federal U.S. District Court Middle District of Georgia Areas of Practice - Divorce and Family Law - Bankruptcy: Personal and Business - Business Law - Immigration

Founding Partners, Adam Slipakoff and Howard “Howie” Slomka have both worked in large and small law firms and with high-end clients as well as small. Quickly, they both came to realize that working with smaller clients gave them a sense of connected purpose and satisfaction that goes with helping people on a personal level. Using their experience to simplify needlessly complex processes, they found a love for guarding clients, from further trepidation and strife.
There will always be a place in the world for traditional “by the book”, black and white, logic-driven law firms. Adam and Howie simply believe their clients...

Growing up in a multicultural household, I was shaped by my Japanese, Chinese, and African American heritage, which instilled in me the values of hard work, perseverance, and respect. Atlanta is my first home, but my time abroad also shaped my worldview and continues to influence how I approach my work and relationships. I earned my Bachelor’s in Japanese Language and Literature at the University of Georgia and my Juris Doctorate at the University of Alabama School of Law. While in law school, I discovered my passion for service, working in Family and Elder Law Clinics, clerking for a federal judge,...

Philip S. Coe is a trial lawyer and counselor with more than 30 years of litigation experience. Mr. Coe's practice over the years has been wide-ranging, but with major focus on family law, including contested divorce, custody and support modification actions. Although he remains first and foremost a trial lawyer, Mr. Coe is also a registered Mediator and Arbitrator and Neutral Case Evaluator. Most recently, Mr. Coe has become a passionate advocate for and practitioner of Collaborative Divorce Practice.

I've practiced Law for 40 years, Located since 1980, at 345 E.Lanier Ave, Fayetteville, GA. Most of my practice is dedicated to representing DUI cases, Criminal cases Non-contested, or Uncontested Divorce, Wills and Probate Matters. I was a Municipal Judge in two cities, Fayetteville and Riverdale, GA., for a total of about 12 years. Many of my clients, and friends, call me The Godfather...because if I take your case I"ll treat you as part of the Family.

Ivan is the son of a U.S. Marine Major General, and grew up in an environment in which one’s word is sacred, and duty and honor are prized values. Ivan carries these values in to his practice and in to the courtroom and is frequently complimented by opposing counsel for his ability to press a vigorous position while being faithful to his core values of candor and trustworthiness.

Admitted to the Bars of West Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi and Texas Ivan received his Juris Doctor from the University Of Virginia School Of Law and his focus has been products liability and...

Attorney Alexa J. Kwartin is dedicated to assisting families as they navigate the difficult issues that often arise in family law matters. She understands that family-centered legal matters are very often draining and stressful, and she strives to meet the needs of her clients in a comprehensive and compassionate way. She is a responsible, talented, and experienced attorney whose primary goal is to serve the families of Atlanta as they proceed through difficult family transitions. Alexa practices in all of the metro Atlanta counties.

Alexa was born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Having grown up with divorced parents, she has...

During her undergraduate studies at Gannon University in Erie, PA, she served on the Executive Board in various roles for Global Unity, an organization focused on immersing the university's campus. To further foster her understanding and enjoyment of different cultures, Attorney Richardson lived in Seville, Spain to be fully immersed in the culture and learn the language while studying abroad for a few months. Her passion for law began during her 10th-grade year of high school when she volunteered at a local law firm for community service hours but was quickly offered a position as a Legal Assistant. Since her entry...

Berk & Moss, P.C. is a Georgia-based law firm. Criminal lawyer, Divorce & Family Law, Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Civil Litigation.

Josie A. Siemon is a partner at The Siemon Law Firm, P.C. and has an extensive litigation background. Josie practices exclusively in the area of family law. She received her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and English from Florida International University, and her Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. While at Nova University, Josie was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society and earned Pro Bono honors for legal service in the community. Josie is an active member of the Florida State Bar, the Georgia State Bar, the Atlanta Bar Association Family Division, she is the Past President of...

Warren has practiced law with his firm, D. Warren Auld, P.C., Attorney at Law from 1987 to the present. The firm’s office is located in Gwinnett County in Snellville, Georgia.

For three decades Warren has engaged in a general practice encompassing domestic, criminal, business representation and civil litigation. He has accepted appointments and served as a Guardian ad Litem in Juvenile and Superior Court. He has served as Special Master for the Georgia Supreme Court and has been voted the "Best Lawyer to Get you Out of Trouble" in Gwinnett County.

Education
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW | Juris...

Family Law Attorney 34 years;
Fellow American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Selected Georgia Super Lawyers 2008-2018

Jordan J. Edwards is an attorney at The Siemon Law Firm, P.C., and has a background in general civil litigation. Jordan practices exclusively in the area of family law. He received his undergraduate degree in Political Science and International Affairs from the University of Georgia. While in college he was on the University of Georgia’s varsity intercollegiate debate team and affiliated with numerous other civic organizations. He attended the University of Georgia, School of law and received his law degree with honors. When Jordan is not practicing law, he enjoys spending time with his spouse and two dogs.

Andrew B. Margolis is an Associate Attorney with The Siemon Law Firm, practicing exclusively in the area of family law. A twenty-year resident of the Atlanta metro area, Andrew graduated Cum Laude with a bachelor's degree in Politics and Legal Studies from Brandeis University, and then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from the Emory University School of Law. After law school, Andrew served as an Assistant District Attorney for the State of Georgia. Upon moving into private practice, Andrew drew on his skills as a domestic violence prosecutor to represent victims of abuse, assisting them in obtaining protective...

Ryan Post is an Associate Attorney with The Siemon Law Firm. Ryan was born and raised in Georgia. He graduated from Berry College in Rome, Georgia and received his Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law. Prior to joining the firm, Ryan worked almost exclusively in family and probate law. He brings his experience and energy to the firm and is ready to advocate for his clients. When he is not advocating for his clients, Ryan enjoys playing drums, attending live music events, and watching sports.

Demetrius J. Price is an attorney in the Atlanta Office of The Siemon Law Firm. Demetrius studied law in California, at Whittier Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor Degree. During law school, he served as a law clerk in various private Family Law firms, served as a certified law clerk in the Whittier Law School Children’s Rights Clinic, where he exercised courtroom privileges and served as an advocate for the rights of his clients, and also received the Best Advocate award in Criminal Trial Advocacy.

After earning his Juris Doctor Degree in 2013, Demetrius relocated from California to...

Attorney Tricia Solomon graduated from The George Washington University in 1997 with a degree in Journalism. After college, Ms. Solomon accepted a position as a sports production assistant at CNN Sports Illustrated, which brought her to Atlanta, Georgia. Ms. Solomon would spend four years at CNNSI before leaving to pursue her true passion of becoming an attorney. To achieve her goal, Ms. Solomon relocated to Athens, Georgia to attend The University of Georgia School of Law, and graduated in 2006.

Since her admission to the Georgia Bar in 2007, Ms. Solomon has held several positions including legal recruiter at a top...

Ashley has been practicing law for over 20 years in Georgia. She is a graduate of Woodward Academy and Tulane University in New Orleans as well as GA State College of Law and also has an LLM from the University of Alabama. Ashley began her career clerking for Superior Court Judges as a staff attorney and then began private practice, focusing on Family Law, Real Estate, Probate, Estate Planning, Business Law, General Litigation, Bankruptcy, and criminal law. Ashley was appointed to the bench as a Probate Judge and later became a Fulton County Magistrate Court Judge and...

Attorney Jonathan Forbes is an associate attorney with Kitchens, New & Cleghorn, LLC. Mr. Forbes received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida, Magna Cum Laude, in 2005 with degrees in Finance and Entrepreneurship. He received his Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law in 2008 where he was Managing Editor of the International Law Review. While at Emory Law, Mr. Forbes received several prestigious awards including the Dean’s Honor Scholar Merit Award, Morton H. Aronson Franchise Law Award, and numerous Dean’s List recognitions. Mr. Forbes further studied international and comparative law at the...

Lance N. Owen was born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, and grew up in Blakely, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia in 1992 with a B.A. in Political Science. Mr. Owen received his law degree from the University of Memphis in 1995. Mr. Owen accepted a position with Shepherd & Johnston in Griffin, Georgia, after graduating from law school and became a partner with the firm in 2001. The firm became known as Johnston, Owen & Bullard in 2006 and opened an office in McDonough, Georgia in 2011. Mr. Owen is the currently the...

Quinton G. Washington, Esq., is one of the founding partners of Washington Legal Group. Quinton has represented clients in more than 30 counties throughout Georgia, and he’s proud to continue helping people throughout The Peach State. Additionally, his experience as a former judge and City Attorney for both Fort Valley and Stockbridge allows him to integrate many areas of legal expertise to benefit all individual, municipal, and business clients. Quinton has also been acknowledged for his professional achievement and peer recognition as a long-standing 2018–2023 Atlanta Super Lawyer. He works in a wide variety of legal fields, including divorce, child support...

Jonathan Marcus Woods is a board certified Attorney with years of experience in trial and appellate law. He is a native of New York City, graduated from Princeton University and the Florida State University College of Law. Before entering law school, Jon enjoyed a successful first career as a local government official in South Florida and then as a political consultant. After law school, Jon served as an electronic discovery consultant to Fortune 500 companies. Before joining Hunker Appeals, Jon distinguished himself as a trial attorney in the state courts of Georgia with a focus on business litigation, residential and commercial...

My name is Kairi Smith Gure, and I hold a J.D. from Georgia State University College of Law and a B.A. in Women’s Studies for Georgia State University. I have been practicing Law for a number of years in both Georgia and Kentucky. During my tenure at Georgia State University College of Law I clerked for Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation and Georgia Justice Project, I was also a member of the award winning Black Law Student Association’s mock trial team. I am admitted to practice law in all Georgia Courts, the Northern District Court of Georgia and...