Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Esther Vayman
Lawrenceville, GA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Probate
Georgia State University College of Law
Esther Vayman is a native of Alpharetta, Georgia and a graduate of Milton High School in 1995. In 1999, Ms. Vayman received her B.B.A. from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School and her J.D. from the Georgia State University College of Law in 2005.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
P. Justin Thrailkill
Fayetteville, GA Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Juvenile and Probate
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Justin devotes his practice primarily to the areas of divorce, custody, and parental advocacy in DFCS matters. As an advocate for the rights of parents, Justin has realized his lifelong passion for helping others in their time of need. Through seven years of practice, Justin has represented a variety of clients in various matters throughout our legal system. He finds great satisfaction in seeing his client’s cases through to a successful resolution, regardless of the challenges that may exist with any particular case. Among his peers, Justin is well known to be a compassionate advocate for...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Joseph E. Cheeley, III
Buford, GA Family Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
The University of Georgia School of Law
State Bar of Georgia, 1980
Member:
State Bar of Georgia (Family Law, Fiduciary Law sections)
Gwinnett County Bar Association (Family Law and Elder Law sections)
Education:
University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1980)
University of Georgia (B.A., magna cum laude, 1976); Phi Beta Kappa
Publications:
Domestic Relations, Annual Survey of Georgia Law, 1979-1980, 32 Mercer Law Review 51 (1980).
Domestic Relations, Annual Survey of Georgia Law, 1980-1981, 33 Mercer Law Review 109 (1981).
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Curtis Alan Kleem
Dalton, GA Family Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Personal Injury
University System of Georgia - University of Georgia
Curtis has been a practicing attorney in Dalton for 20 years. He handles adoptions, family law cases and personal injury claims. Curtis loves to do adoptions, creating forever families. He has been doing adoptions for 20 years, and is ready to serve your family if you are looking to adopt. He is also ready to represent you in divorces, legitimations, child custody and child support cases. Curtis works hard for each client and will tailor his representation to what each individual case requires. Curtis offers free, 30 minute consultations. Give him a call...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Ronald E. Dobelstein
Alpharetta, GA Family Law Attorney
Family, Construction, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Miami School of Law
Ronald E. Dobelstein, Esq. is a dedicated Attorney, Arbitrator and Mediator, providing superior legal representation in the areas of Divorce Law, Family Law, Wills and Trusts and Construction Law.
Ron has practiced law since 1976.
His goal is to utilize his experience, skill and dedication to efficiently obtain the best results for each of his clients.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Maggie M. Heim
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
Georgia State University College of Law
Maggie Heim represents clients in complex litigation matters in both the Federal and State court systems. She has earned a reputation as a skilled advocate who is unwilling to accept less than the best result for her clients. Maggie has been recognized for excellence in the practice of law by numerous independent attorney rating services, including Super Lawyers, the Daily Report, Martindale-Hubbell, Legal Elite, and Avvo.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
Precious Felder Gates
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Entertainment & Sports
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
The Founder and Managing Owner of The Law Offices of Precious Felder, LLC is an Atlanta native who founded Precious Felder, LLC to provide effective, high-quality legal counsel that would achieve the unique objectives of each individual type of client. Clients often want close contact with their lawyer. Precious prides herself on being an attentive listener and providing consistent communication to her clients. She works closely with her clients in developing practical solutions to ensure the best possible outcome for their case.
Precious received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Georgia State University and her Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from Atlanta’s...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Eugenia Wallace
Lawrenceville, GA Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
With years of experience in the field of family law, Attorney Wallace approaches each case with a sense of eagerness and determination. Her top priority is to treat each client as an individual, with respect, honesty, and empathy. She understands that going through a family law case can be one of the most difficult times in a person's life and she is dedicated to being a supportive part of her client's team. Attorney Wallace has a special passion for cases involving children as she believes they are the most important people to consider when a family breaks up.
In addition to...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Alicia Faucette
Douglasville, GA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Mississippi School of Law
Handling Family Law and Divorce cases across the greater Atlanta metro area.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jess Lill
Savannah, GA Family Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
Family, Appeals and Divorce
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
Jess Lill is an attorney with The Manely Firm, P.C. in Savannah, Georgia. Jess attended law school at Mercer University School of Law. There, Jess became a member of the law review and mock trial teams, as well as working closely with faculty to write and publish various academic works. While in law school, Jess worked with various organizations and law firms to hone her legal research and advocacy skills. She was fortunate enough to start trying her first cases within her second year of law school, and hasn't left the courtroom since. Jess graduated law school and decided to...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
J. Ashley Heredia
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Samford University
Ashley Heredia has practiced law for over thirteen years. Prior to practicing family law, Ashley worked as a judicial staff attorney for the Superior Court of Cobb County. Ashley has also worked for some of Atlanta's most prestigious family law firms during her career, and was Partner at Hedgepeth, Heredia & Rieder. In 2017, Ashley opened her first law practice, Sawyer Family Law, in Roswell, Georgia. Ashley managed this successful practice until opening Heredia & Lennon Family Law.
Ashley is a tireless advocate for her clients. You can count on Ashley to be thorough, hardworking, and dedicated to your case....
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jim Neil Peterson Jr
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Mississippi College School of Law
For over 40 years, Jim Peterson has focused his practice on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, support modifications, as well as prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Jim's prior work experience includes working for a large firm handling complicated corporate litigation. This provided him with the invaluable experience, knowledge and skill necessary to handle complex divorce cases involving significant assets and family businesses.
Additionally, Jim has substantial trial experience (both jury and non-jury) and has argued numerous landmark cases before the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court. Jim's clients often come as referrals from other attorneys...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Narissa Juitt-Jackson
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
Narissa Juitt-Jackson has a solid reputation as an experienced Divorce & Family Law Attorney who effectively advances the interests of every client. She is committed to the success of every case she takes on. She welcomes the opportunity to meet with you and answer any questions regarding your legal situation.
?Narissa is a passionate and driven lawyer who represents a variety of clients in the Atlanta area. Knowledgeable and detail-oriented, Narissa Juitt-Jackson consistently delivers results in the best interests of her clients. Narissa is a great resource to turn to, especially if you are currently dealing with high-stakes family law matters....
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Nikita Ali
Snellville, GA Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
At Terri Herron Law, we strive to do more than just practice family law in Georgia. We'll invest ourselves in your case by intently listening to your story. We'll work hard to give you the legal voice you need to get through this challenging time in your life. Our goal is to become the law firm that your family can turn to repeatedly for personalized and effective representation.
For all your family law needs - Contact Nikita Ali today for a free consultation! (404) 418-7777
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
W. Charlton Allen
Tucker, GA Family Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
(770) 938-1770
4228 First Avenue Suite 7
P.O. Box 1875
Tucker, GA 30085
Family, Business, Criminal Defense and Juvenile
Georgia State University College of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Crystal S. Wright
Lawrenceville, GA Family Law Attorney
Family
Georgia State University College of Law
Crystal Wright is a Lawrenceville family law attorney with the experience, depth of knowledge, and compassion clients need when they’re fighting to do what’s best for their families. As the founding partner of Crystal Wright Law she provides unparalleled legal representation to clients in family law disputes involving divorce, child custody, child support and alimony, property division, paternity, and more. Throughout her legal career, which spans more than eight years, she’s also served as an advocate for clients looking to expand their families through adoption.
There is not a law firm in Lawrenceville, Georgia better equipped to handle every aspect of...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Russell Taylor
Lawrenceville, GA Family Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
I have personal and professional experience with the aftermath of divorce, and family violence. People are much more likely to hurt those whom they love than to hurt a stranger on the street. It is love that that stirs up into passion and sometimes erupts. I have found that time tends to cool down emotions. Often, people who love one another eventually forgive one another. Other times, splitting up is the only path to find peace.
I'm not here to judge you for who you decided to love. I'm here...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Isaac F. Cotto
DULUTH, GA Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Immigration and Personal Injury
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
Attorney Isaac F. Cotto is a graduate of Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. His practice areas include immigration, family, personal injury and criminal law. In addition to his legal experience, Mr. Cotto is a veteran of the United States Army, serving as a Military Police Officer for 5 years.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Robert Nason Nye
Savannah, GA Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Widener University Delaware School of Law
Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Attorney Rob Nye graduated from The Citadel with a B.A. in History (Honors) and then Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, Delaware, earning his Juris Doctorate. Before entering the private sector of practice, Rob served his country as an Infantry and JAG officer in the United States Army. He deployed with the 3rd Infantry Division in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. While on active duty, Rob was lead counsel in over 30 trials, and gained invaluable experience zealously advocating for his clients. Rob has...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Wrix McIlvaine
Brunswick, GA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Cannabis Law and Criminal Defense
Max Planck Institute for Intellectual Property Law, Munich, Germany and Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Wrix McIlvaine is an experienced advocate that has battled for justice in trial and appellate courts throughout Georgia for nearly two decades. He is a specialist in criminal defense and regularly takes on difficult and high profile criminal matters in State and Federal Courts. He is recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer and is regularly named as one of the Top 100 trial lawyers in America and as a Top Ten Criminal Defense Attorney by the American Association of Attorney Advocates.
Wrix is a zealous defender of citizen rights and civil liberties under the United States Constitution and is...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Emily S. Yu
Atlanta, GA Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Emory University School of Law
Family is everything. That's why choosing the right family law attorney to resolve your family disputes will be one of the most important decisions you will ever have to make. Having experienced a family matter litigation myself, I truly understand how stressful and nerve-racking the court process can be and how important it is to have the right attorney by your side. You NEED an attorney you can get in contact with whenever you have questions. Even when it is not an emergency, having a responsive, caring, and knowledgeable attorney makes all the difference during this difficult time in your...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Michael E. Manely
Columbus, GA Family Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Georgia State University College of Law and Georgia State University College of Law
Michael is the only all family law attorney to win unanimous decisions before both The Supreme Court of Georgia and The Supreme Court of Georgia. In addition, Michael has won before The Supreme Court of Costa Rica. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia courts and federal courts in the Northern and Middle District of Georgia, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. With over 25 years of experience, he has successfully represented thousands of family members in state, federal and international family law cases including divorce, custody, parental kidnapping, paternity, legitimation,...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial MediaResponsive Law
Alexia Dawn Davis
Augusta-Richmond County (Balance), GA Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
(706) 200-1578
1143 Laney Walker Blvd
Suite 201
Augusta-Richmond County (Balance), GA 30901
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
Tulane University
Alexia Davis is a trial tested attorney who has represented several hundred clients each year during her twelve years of law practice. She has advocated on behalf of my clients charged with offenses ranging from simple possession of marijuana and misdemeanor theft charges to felony drug trafficking charges and violent felonies of aggravated assault to murder.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jeffrey Mark Heller
Canton, GA Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Melissa Nicole Hawkins
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Emory University School of Law
I am so blessed to have the privilege to advocate for families in Georgia. In my practice of restructuring families, I have had the opportunity to represent both husbands and wives and mothers and fathers in their divorces, legitimations, child custody matters, child support modifications and paternity actions. These representations include the prosecution and defense of these matters. While every case is different, many of the cases are ripe for resolution short of litigation. However, some of them must be litigated to the fullest extent in a courtroom. When you decide to hire hlg you are investing in attorneys who...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Samantha O. Lennon
Atlanta, GA Family Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Emory University School of Law
Samantha represents individuals and families in a wide range of domestic relations legal issues including divorces, custody and child support issues, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, legitimations and adoptions. She devotes time to understanding her clients' individual and family needs. She then develops strategic solutions to protect your rights and best interests. Samantha is committed to developing a close-working relationship with her clients and providing high quality, caring, and efficient legal services for individuals and families.
Samantha graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and History and a minor in Corporate Strategy. She earned her law degree,...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Caryn S. Fennell
Woodstock, GA Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
(770) 479-0248
2230 Towne Lake Parkway
Building 600, Suite 140
Woodstock, GA 30189
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
I have over twenty-three years of professional and executive experience, including service in the United States Army. I also have and twenty-four years of education, including studies in my Associates Degree, Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Industrial/Organizational Ph.D. Program and in my Juris Doctor Program. I own and manage the law offices of Caryn S. Fennell & Associates which I opened on November 9, 2010, the same day I swore into the Bar Association and the Georgia Courts. Since opening my firm, I have closed over 850 family and criminal law cases. I specialize in complex custody matters, and...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
Aundrea L Roberts
Lawrenceville, GA Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense and Immigration
Regent University School of Law
EXPERIENCE: For nearly 13 years, I have focused on representing clients in a variety of complex cases involving immigration law, criminal defense and family law. I have successfully helped thousands of clients over the years with extremely difficult cases.
RESULTS DRIVEN: Our goal is always to get you the best result possible. We don't make guarantees of a particular outcome, but what we do guarantee is that we will aggressively pursue every legal avenue possible as we fight for you.
OUR DIFFERENCE: I take pride in every person that entrusts me with their legal matter. For that...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&A
Leo Hughes
Marietta, GA Family Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Potomac School of Law
Practicing general civil law for over 30 years, now specialized in uncontested divorces and low-conflict divorces, designed to deliver maximum value to my clients. Excellent reviews on Avvo for my personalized, efficient service. 13 years of experience mediating family law cases; conducted Cobb County sponsored family law workshops. Member of the Cobb County Family Law Section.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Daria Wise
Marietta, GA Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Loyola University New Orleans
Daria F. Wise, the founding partner of the Wise Law Firm, has over sixteen years of experience as a trial and family law attorney. Mrs. Wise has successfully handled hundreds of cases from mediated settlements to trial litigation. She is known for accomplishing client objectives in the most expeditious and cost-effective manner possible. She is a knowledgeable, compassionate and aggressive advocate who prioritizes her client´s concerns and goals to ensure the best possible outcome. Mrs. Wise is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate their way through the often complex and difficult issues associated with family law matters.
Ms. Wise was...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Candace M. Williams
Gainesville, GA Family Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
(678) 316-5000
200 West Academy Street
Suite 203
Gainesville, GA 30501
Family
Mississippi College School of Law
I am a solo attorney. Therefore, when you hire my firm, you can be sure that you’ll work directly with me and that I will personally handle your case. More than just doing the legal work, however, I am invested in your personal story and will strive to find a successful resolution to your family law matter. Although I am the firm’s only attorney, I don’t work alone. My dedicated staff members are equally committed to making clients feel welcome and seeking successful outcomes on their behalf. Because of our dual focus on professionalism and personal connection, the firm is...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Judith Delus Montgomery
East Point, GA Family Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Family and Immigration
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Judith Delus Montgomery is a Caribbean-American Attorney who was born in the Bahamas and migrated to the United States at the age of 4. Judith grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida, and is first generation American raised by Haitian Immigrant Parents. Judith has always had a desire to protect everyday citizens and ensure that their voices are heard. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Education from Florida State University on a full academic scholarship. Judith then attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School at Western Michigan University on a partial academic scholarship. She went on...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Aaron Russell Thomas
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
As a three-time winner of Atlanta’s Best Divorce Attorney, Aaron Thomas is one of the nation’s top experts in family law issues. He is a 2002 graduate of Harvard Law School, and from 2015-2022, his firm Aaron Thomas Law, was recognized by peers as one of the fastest growing family law firms in the state of Georgia. With clients ranging from NBA hall of famers and Superbowl winners to Grammy award winning artists, Aaron has extensive experience representing his clients in a range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
As founder of...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Melissa Bowman
Johns Creek, GA Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Family
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner University
Melissa L. Bowman is a Partner with Meriwether & Tharp, LLC and works primarily out of the firm's Johns Creek office. Melissa was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2016 and has focused solely on family law. She strives to provide exceptional counsel and support to clients throughout Atlanta and surrounding areas who are going through a divorce or have some other serious legal issue affecting their families. Melissa understands that the divorce process is challenging and emotional, and is passionate about helping her clients move through the process with confidence and understanding.
Melissa delivers the highest level of representation possible...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Anthony Van Johnson
Atlanta, GA Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Anthony Overton Van Johnson has personally represented clients in over forty (40) courts throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area, as well as, the State of Georgia. Prior to law school, Anthony served as an Infantry Squad Leader in the 4th Infantry Division (4th ID) where he received the Expert Infantryman's Badge, graduated from Combat Leader's School (Camp Red Devil)as well as, served in the U.S. Army Mounted Color Guard & Drill Team. He was also a martial arts competitor/instructor, professional musician, pilot and scuba diver. Additionally, he was a Senior Health Physics Technician in the nuclear industry before...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
Shauna Carmichael
St. Simons, GA Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Georgia State University College of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial MediaResponsive Law
Tyler Carey
Covington, GA Family Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Emory University School of Law
Tyler Carey grew up in Athens, Ohio and moved to Augusta, Georgia for college where he attended and graduated from Augusta University. During his undergraduate studies, Tyler was a member of the Student Conduct Board, as well as awarded the Who’s Who Among American College Students from Universities. After Augusta University, Tyler moved to Loganville to attend Emory University’s School of Law.
During Tyler's first year of law school, he interned for Bryan Frost which sparked his desire to help those overwhelmed by the legal system.
During his time at Emory, Tyler helped write am amicus curie brief to the United States...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
William Craig King
Marietta, GA Family Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Family and Estate Planning
Georgia State University College of Law
William C. King is an associate attorney for The Manely Firm, P.C., an all family law firm serving clients all around Georgia and all around the world. William works directly on litigation matters, counseling and representing men, women, and children in state, interstate, and international family law matters. His practice includes divorce, marital property, custody, child support, alimony, and adoptions. William also leads the Firm's estate planning and probate law branch.
William has served as a student intern, runner secretary, receptionist, office clerk, paralegal, and law clerk for The Manely Firm, P.C. As a law clerk, William assisted on a number...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&A
Homer P Jordan IV
Atlanta, GA Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
Legal Solutions for a Brighter Tomorrow! We can assist you with your divorce, custody, and child support Needs. Call for a free consultation.
Homer's practice focuses exclusively on family law, including adoption, child support, child custody, divorce and separation. He serves clients in Cobb, Fulton and Paulding counties, as well as the surrounding areas.
Homer is originally from Orlando, Florida. Before earning his J.D. from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School, Homer received an MBA from Stetson University and three Bachelor's Degrees in Finance, General Business Administration and Organizational Communication from the University of Central Florida. When Homer...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Brian Anthony Ramey
COLUMBUS, GA Family Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Juvenile and Military
Florida State University College of Law
Brian A. Ramey was born and raised in Kingsport, Sullivan County, Tennessee. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the spring of 1996 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Chemistry. Later, he attended the Florida State University where in the fall of 1998 he obtained a Master’s of Science degree in Biochemistry. From 1999-2000 he was a doctoral student in Biochemistry at the University of Miami, Florida. During this time he discovered that his true passion and goal in life did not lie in the physical sciences, and he made the decision to attend...