Valdosta Family Lawyers

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.

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...

Prior to attending law school, I served in the United States Army as an Infantry Officer. I served as a Rifle Platoon Leader, Mortar Platoon Leader, Instructor, Battalion Staff Officer and an Infantry Rifle Company Commander. I began practicing law in Canton, Georgia in 1993. After obtaining a Master of Laws concentrating in litigation, I logged several thousand hours in the courtroom developing a practice in domestic relations, criminal law and commercial litigation. In 2007 I was certified as a mediator, using my years of courtroom experience coupled with alternative dispute resolution training to help people resolve...

Shawna M. Woods is dedicated to assisting her clients through what can be a difficult time. She understands that Family Law requires both empathy and advocacy. Shawna has extensive experience in resolving complex asset cases and well as difficult custody cases.

Shawna M. Woods is an Of-Counsel Attorney at Kitchens New Cleghorn. Prior to coming to Kitchens New Clegorn, Shawna was Partner at Law Firm in Forsyth County specializing exclusively in Family Law. She also had successful solo Family Law practice in Fulton County and had worked several years with the Special Assistant to the Attorney General...

Dozier Law, P.C. is located at 430 Silverwood Centre Drive in Rincon, GA. It is wheelchair accessible. In addition to Adam Dozier the firm employs a friendly and competent support staff.

At Dozier Law, P.C., we're dedicated to helping people solve day-to-day problems, whatever those problems may be. We pride ourselves in our ability and commitment to help...

-people with domestic problems (family law)
-people with financial difficulties (bankruptcy law)
-people charged with misdemeanors and/or felonies (criminal law)
-people who have been injured in an accident (personal injury)
-people who need assistance after the death of a loved one (estate law)

Dozier Law, P.C. maintains state of...

Edidiong (pronounced ‘Ah-dee-dee-on’) Aaron is the Owner and Practicing Attorney at Family Matters Law Group, P.C. She is from Akwa-Ibom State Nigeria by way of Houston Texas. Edidiong attended the University of West Georgia, where she served on the Student Judicial Chair Board. She pledged the illustrious Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated and is currently an active graduate chapter member. Edidiong graduated from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2010 and began practicing Family Law for a boutique firm located in Morrow, Georgia. In 2012, she proudly opened the doors of Family Matters Law Group, P.C with the intention of laying...

I am an experienced trial lawyer in Augusta, Georgia who has represented thousands of people in Juvenile, State, and Superior Courts throughout Georgia. What distinguishes me from other top attorneys is that I truly care about all of my clients.

I have built my reputation as an attorney who strives to achieve the best results for all clients through dedicated, diligent, and attentive representation. I believe that early action in a case lays the groundwork to produce the best outcomes for my clients.

As a registered mediator, I have successfully settled a wide variety of contentious civil cases. I am also...

Cawanna Anise McMichael “CAM” is a competent and experienced trial attorney in the West Georgia Area who has defended well over 1000 felony and misdemeanor cases in Superior, State, and Magistrate Courts throughout the State of Georgia.She has built a reputation as an attorney who works tirelessly to achieve the best possible results for her clients and keeps them engaged as she strategically maneuvers their case. CAM believes in transparent representation, she listens to her clients and involves them in every stage of litigation.

CAM was born and raised in Carrollton, Georgia. She is a proud Alumni of Central-Carroll High School,...

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...

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...

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...

Allen Harris practices exclusively in Divorce and Family Law. He is a member of the Lawyer’s Club of Atlanta, the Atlanta Bar Association (Family Law Section), and the State Bar of Georgia (Family Law section).

Allen received his B.A. degree from Georgia College and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from Walter F. George Law School, Mercer University. He has been licensed and practicing law since 1985. He has a comprehensive understanding of complex issues that arise in Divorce and Family Law. He teaches Continuing Legal Education to other lawyers on subjects including:

Division of Property
Child Custody
Child Support
Domestic Violence
Prenuptial Agreements
Division...

I was born in Stockbridge, Georgia, April 4, 1972: admitted to the bar 2004, State of Georgia. Education: University of West Georgia (B.S.Ed. 1990); Georgia State University College of Law (J.D. 2004); Atlanta Law School Full Scholarship Recipient; Received Honors in Litigation; Moot Court Qualifier; Phi Alpha Delta (Marshal); State Bar of Georgia; Secretary, Douglas County Bar Association; Former Instructor, National Rifle Association. PRACTICE AREAS: Family Law; Juvenile Law; Criminal Law; Adoption; Wills; Civil Litigation.

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

I am a litigation expert in Georgia estates and trusts, and I represent business clients in corporate, contract and commercial matters. I represent clients all across Georgia in estate and trust disputes such as will contests and breaches of fiduciary duty. I also help clients with standard Georgia probate and administration matters. I am an experienced advocate in Georgia guardianship and conservatorship proceedings, and other Georgia elder law matters. I also represent closely-held companies in business-to-business relations, partner and shareholder issues, and contract and Georgia commercial disputes. In all of these matters, I am an experienced negotiator focused on helping...

Genghis hails from the Buckeye State. He attended the Ohio State University for undergrad and graduate studies where he majored in post-colonial literature and hoped to become a college professor.

Genghis enjoys spending time with his daughter and reading at least three books a month in his leisure time.

As an attorney he believes that all citizens should have access to justice.

Genghis credits his success to three amazing Black women that always believed in him and his dreams.

Our moto here at the firm is “Choose Experience, Get Resolution”. Since 1988, Mary Stearns-Montgomery has had tremendous success and a stellar reputation as a family law attorney. The practice began to grow almost immediately and now encompasses 4 office locations all over the Atlanta metro area. The main office in Marietta provides a comfortable and safe place for the firms client’s and their opponents to come together to work on a resolution. In 2010, Mary added Ryan Proctor as a partner. Then in 2013, Ryan moved his main office to the Buckhead location. ...

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....

Attorney Jason G. Smith of Southern Piedmont Law PC has been practicing more than 18 years specializing in family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, and adoption. The firm prides itself on delivering personal attention and cost effective, quality representation. Recently Attorney Smith has been in the national news winning a landmark case that made legal history.

Our firm helps people protect children and assets in family disputes. We bring passion and experience to family law and legacy building. The firm assists with an array of issues from contested divorce, uncontested divorce, child custody modification, legitimation, adoption, estate planning and probate litigation. With a personable staff and expertise that has been treasured by many clients, we can help you through simple matters as well as the most complex. Call the office and schedule an initial attorney meeting.

Attorney Edwards is a well known experienced Atlanta divorce attorney and an excellent litigator. This means if your case calls for aggressive litigation skills, Ms Edwards is the perfect advocate for you.

Ms. Edwards spent three years as the Staff Attorney for two judges in the State Court of Cobb County. That experience has been invaluable in helping her hone her litigation skills and courtroom decorum. It is not often that you can find an attorney to represent you who has had experience from both sides of the bench.

After graduating from Law School, Ms. Edwards was employed at a firm...

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...

When it comes to divorce and family law matters, The Ward Law Firm, PA, knows that everyone has different priorities. If you have children, it’s family first. If you have your own business or professional practice, that will feature prominently on your list of priorities. The Ward Law Firm, P.A., helps people in Lawrenceville and across Gwinnett County address every aspect of their divorce so they don’t have to put one before the other. We have been providing exemplary family law assistance to our clients for years. We treat every case like it is the most important case we have...

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...

Ms. Alfred obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamilton College located in Clinton, NY in 1998. After taking two years off to work at a large law firm in New York City, she enrolled at the New York Law School in 2000. In 2002, Ms. Alfred became an editor of the New York Law School Journal of Human Rights and published a note titled "Denial of the American Dream: The Plight of Undocumented High School Students Within the U.S. Educational System" and an article titled "The 4th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women: Gender Discrimination...

An experienced trial attorney, Lauren Deal is dedicated to providing clients with nonjudgmental legal counseling, client education, confident trial presentation, and reliable client communication. Whether you are facing a divorce, a child custody action, or criminal charges, she will take the time to listen to your needs and address your concerns. Lauren’s passion for the law and justice make her a tireless advocate for your rights.

Megan graduated in the top quarter of her class from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School in 2013. Upon graduating, she received awards for pro bono service and the honor of the AJMLS Excellence in Appellate Advocacy Award. Megan's past legal work includes family law representation, traffic and criminal court representation, and insurance defense. As a family law attorney, Megan handled matters as simple as uncontested divorces and name changes through more complex litigation such as grandparent custody cases. As a public defender for the City of Atlanta, Megan handled hundreds of cases working with people cited for traffic offenses, criminal offenses,...

I am an attorney as well as a divorced father of two young children and I specialize in all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, child support, modifications of custody and support, paternity, legitimation, temporary protective orders, contempt of court orders, parental rights, adoption, and more. My unique background as a single father gives me a great understanding of my clients and the challenges they face. I know what they are going through and how they feel because I've been through it, as well, and I inherently understand the necessity of being a caring, expert advocate for others...

My focus in representing clients, is to help clients realize the best future for their families. The things that have happened in the past, and that brought you to my office, are important and are important for me to know and understand. However, throughout representation I am going to keep you focused on realizing your best future, and not focusing on the past. I have personally been involved with most types of family law cases. I am divorced, and I have remarried. My husband and I each have children with prior spouses, and have had...

Solving your legal problems without judgment. I help people obtain favorable results through some of the most difficult times of their lives.

I have been representing persons accused or suspected of criminal wrongdoing since 2010. I have been featured in television news stories with Randy Travis’ Fox 5 Atlanta I-Team Investigations, and CBS-46 investigations into the Walton County Sheriff’s Department corruption and drug investigations. I am a guest lecturer for the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Gwinnett County Bar Association.

I have spent 22 years in the courtroom both as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. ...

Dozier Law, P.C. is located at 430 Silverwood Centre Drive in Rincon, GA. It is wheelchair accessible. In addition to Dennis Dozier, who has over twenty years of experience, the firm employs a friendly and competent support staff.

At Dozier Law, P.C., we're dedicated to helping people solve day-to-day problems, whatever those problems may be. We pride ourselves in our ability and commitment to help...

-people with domestic problems (family law)
-people with financial difficulties (bankruptcy law)
-people charged with misdemeanors and/or felonies (criminal law)
-people who have been injured in an accident (personal injury)
-people who need assistance after the death of a loved one...

Atlanta Criminal Defense Attorney Glenn Stern learned how to practice law representing indigent clients for the Rockdale County Public Defender's Office - one of metro Atlanta's toughest places to be charged with a crime. In private practice, Glenn has continued to use that skill and training for decades, winning dismissals and reductions for his clients. A graduate of the Stetson University College of Law (nationally renowned for their trial advocacy program), Glenn gained valuable insight into how the "other side" works, trying cases for the Hillsborough County Florida District Attorney's Office as a third-year student. Call today...

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...

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.

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...

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...

A native of Harlem, Columbia County, Georgia, Sheila Grider Wahman graduated from Harlem High School and then went on to receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Augusta University. Sheila worked in various fields in the corporate sector until in 2000 when she became a Columbia County Sheriff’s Deputy and then a Magistrate Judge for Columbia County. Finding passion of and many years experience in the law, Sheila decided to purse a law degree and received her Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School. She began work as an attorney with Fleming and Nelson LLP of...

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...

Melissa, “Missy” Strickland is the founder and principal attorney at Buckhead Family Law, serving clients throughout Atlanta and surrounding communities in divorce and other important family law matters. After years of practicing family law as an attorney with larger law firms, Missy decided to open her own firm to be able to provide more customized representation to her clients. She has practiced family law at some of Atlanta’s top firms since 2006, and handles a full range of domestic relations matters including divorce in Atlanta, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, child custody, child support, alimony, contempt actions, paternity and legitimation. After graduating...