Candace Alynn Hill Duvernay

Candace Alynn Hill Duvernay is a trial lawyer, mediator, and part-time Judge. These various experiences allow keen insight into the different cases handled. Our Firm is experienced in criminal law, family law suits, and auto accident cases. Our team is ready and willing to go to trial when we need to, however, we are skilled negotiators for the clients who prefer a less adversarial route.

We are not afraid to fight, but we always fight fair...and we fight to win!

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights

Criminal Law

Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

DUI & DWI

Traffic Tickets

Suspended License

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Property Division, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

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Georgia

State Bar of Georgia

Since 2009

Associate Judge

Clayton County Magistrate Court

2019 - Current

Managing Partner

Hill Duvernay and Associates

2009 - Current

University System of Georgia - University of Georgia

B.A. | English

University System of Georgia - University of Georgia

J.D. | Law

Client Reviewed: (5/5)

Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Services

2022

Scholar

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

2008

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Current

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

Current

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Current

Substance Abuse and the Legal Profession

Ask A Lawyer

Spotlight Daily News

2011

Opening Your Own Law Practice

2012

Thursday Lunch and Learn Series

Hanging Your Own Shingle- Professional Development Academy

2017

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

Substance Abuse and Mental Health in the Legal Industry

State Registered Mediator

Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution

State Registered Arbitrator

Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution

Q. Can criminal cases be dismissed?

February 9, 2023

A: Family violence does not always mean parties who are a couple or considered family by blood or marriage, although that can be the case. If the person lives with or has lived with the other person, or if the person shares children with the person, this is considered family per the laws of Georgia. Now, even if the person does not qualify as family, even if the family violence portion of the case is dismissed, the State can still move forward on the simple battery case. It is important to consider speaking with an attorney who is up to date on family violence in Georgia.

Q. never left the store or came back when I realized the item didn’t go through on the Apple Pay is that still shoplifting

February 9, 2023

A: In determining whether a person had the intent to shoplift, the courts will usually look at whether you or the accused passed all points of sale (all registers, cashiers, self-check out, etc.). It depends on where you were in the store when they stopped you.

Q. I have a 3rd degree forgery charge in Henry county. How much do you think bond will be ?

February 9, 2023

A: Bonds in Henry County are generally pretty fair and are similar bonds found in other Metro Atlanta counties. The main issues the judge will look at in determining the amount of bond (if a bond is indeed granted) is whether the individual has a likelihood of violating the law while out on bond and whether the individual is a flight risk. So, to increase your chances of a lower bond, your attorney needs to argue your ties to the community, your good history, and other mitigating factors.