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Atlanta, Georgia, Family Law Attorney

At The Law Offices of James S. Lewis, P.C., located in Atlanta, Georgia, lawyer Jim Lewis focuses on solving Family Law issues. He knows how to balance careful negotiation and aggressive litigation. While Jim Lewis believes that problems are best solved by working to reach an agreement with the opposing side, he is always willing to take action in court to resolve Family Law matters.

Divorce Concerns

In Georgia, marriages can be dissolved only as provided by law by either an annulment or a divorce. Divorces often involve complicated legal issues as couples divide property and provide for the future of their children.

• Uncontested divorce: An uncontested divorce is an economical solution for couples who have agreed on all divorce-related issues.
• Contested divorce: Lawyer Jim Lewis can assist you with all matters related to your Georgia divorce.
• Child support: Child Support calculation is now required in every case where there are minor children, and Attorney Jim Lewis is committing to getting you the best outcome under the new Georgia guidelines.
• Custody and visitation: Georgia law is changing in 2008 to require the creation of complex and far-reaching parenting plans in every case where there are minor children.
• Property Division: When couples have complex assets, Attorney Jim Lewis offers knowledgeable guidance.

Effective Solutions for Family Law Matters

When you are experiencing family-law concerns, look to effective legal counsel for solutions that are best for you and your family:

• Paternity and legitimation: Creation of a legal father-child relationship can have a huge impact on the life of a child.
• Adoption: Attorney Jim Lewis helps families with adoptions by stepparents, grandparents, relatives, and godparents, and surrogate adoptions.
• Enforcement and modification: After a divorce. circumstances often change for one or both parents.
• Emergency hearings: When you need an attorney who can take quick action, call Jim Lewis.
• Family and domestic violence: Legal issues related to violence in the family can have a serious impact on your family. These are best handled by an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer.

Contact The Law Offices of James S. Lewis, P.C., at (770) 451-8786 for a free and confidential consultation about your Family Law concerns. Whether you need help in a courthouse in Atlanta, or in Decatur, Marietta, Jonesboro or Lawrenceville, Jim Lewis can be there on short notice to represent you in court. Hablamos español.