Divorce
Contested or uncontested divorce, property division, support, and the legal issues that come with ending a marriage.
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SAMUEL THOMAS LAW
Athens, GA Divorce and Child Custody Lawyer
Family law help for Athens-Clarke, Oconee, and the surrounding Northeast Georgia counties. You work directly with attorney Samuel E. Thomas from your first call to your final order.
CALL OR TEXT (706) 546-0999
WHY CLIENTS TRUST ME
Straight Answers. Real Strategy.
Family court can change your life. You need someone who knows the law, knows the court system, and will not waste your time with vague promises.
When you hire Samuel Thomas Law, you work directly with Samuel. You get preparation, candor, and a lawyer who will tell you where you stand.
- Direct attorney access from intake through resolution.
- Clear guidance on divorce, custody, contempt, adoption, and legitimation matters.
- Honest case assessment. No sugarcoating. No confusion.
- Prepared strategy built around your facts, your goals, and Georgia law.
Samuel E. ThomasPrincipal Attorney · Samuel Thomas Law, LLC
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Family Law Matters I Handle
Child Custody
Initial custody cases, modifications, parenting plans, visitation disputes, and emergency issues involving children.
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Legitimation & Paternity
Establishing legal fatherhood, securing rights, and addressing custody and support issues the right way from the start.
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Adoption
Stepparent and other adoption matters handled with close attention to procedure, consent, and finalization requirements.
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Contempt & Enforcement
When the other side violates a court order, I will move the case forward and seek enforcement through the court.
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Prenuptial Agreements
Well-drafted agreements that clarify expectations and protect property before marriage creates avoidable conflict later.
READ MOREAlso: uncontested divorce, alimony, property division, grandparents’ rights, and fathers’ rights.
WHERE I PRACTICE
Where I Practice in Northeast Georgia
Most of my cases are in the Superior Court of the Western Judicial Circuit, which covers Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties. I also represent clients in nearby counties across Northeast Georgia.
- Athens-Clarke County · Athens courthouse, Athens
- Oconee County · Watkinsville, Bogart
- Madison County · Danielsville, Comer, Colbert
- Oglethorpe County · Lexington, Crawford, Arnoldsville
- Jackson County · Jefferson, Commerce, Nicholson
- Barrow County · Winder, Statham
- Walton County · Monroe, Social Circle
- Morgan County · Madison, Rutledge, Bostwick
- Greene County · Greensboro, Union Point
- Putnam County · Eatonton
- Wilkes County · Washington
- Elbert County · Elberton, Bowman
- Hart County · Hartwell
- Franklin County · Royston, Lavonia, Canon
YOUR ATTORNEY
Meet Attorney Samuel E. Thomas
Samuel E. Thomas is the principal attorney and owner of Samuel Thomas Law, LLC. He is a lifelong Athens resident and a fourth-generation Athens business owner. The firm was built so clients work directly with their lawyer at every stage of the case.
He graduated from the University of Georgia and the University of Alabama School of Law and was admitted to practice in 2013. He is licensed in Georgia and Tennessee, serves on the American Bar Association Family Law Section’s adoption committee, and handles divorce, custody, legitimation, adoption, and contempt matters across Northeast Georgia.
I treat people like human beings, not case files. I prepare, I stay candid, and I help clients understand what is coming next.
Why Work With Me
Athens rooted
I am a fourth-generation Athens business owner. I know how family cases move through the courts in Athens-Clarke, Oconee, and the counties around them.
You work with me
Direct attorney access from intake through resolution. You are not handed off to a rotating set of staff.
Honest answers
An honest case assessment, with no sugarcoating. You will know what is happening, what comes next, and what it means for your children.
Ready for court
I work to resolve cases with as little conflict as possible. When a fair agreement is not possible, I am prepared to take your case to court.
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QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes. Your first consultation is free. You can book online or call or text 706-546-0999, and you will speak with attorney Samuel E. Thomas, not a call center.
Which counties do you handle cases in?
I handle family law cases in Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties, which make up the Western Judicial Circuit, and across Northeast Georgia in Barrow, Elbert, Franklin, Greene, Hart, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Oglethorpe, Putnam, Walton, and Wilkes counties. I do not take cases in metro Atlanta.
How long does a divorce take in Georgia?
A no-fault divorce cannot be granted until at least 31 days after your spouse is served. An uncontested divorce can often be finished soon after that. A contested divorce usually takes several months or longer, depending on the issues and the court’s calendar.
At what age can my child choose which parent to live with?
In Georgia, a child who is 14 or older can choose which parent to live with. The judge will follow that choice unless it is not in the child’s best interests. Children 11 to 13 can share their wishes, but the judge decides how much weight to give them.
What should I bring to my consultation?
Bring any court papers you have received or filed, a list of your questions, and basic financial information such as recent pay stubs and a list of major assets and debts. If children are involved, bring a short summary of your current parenting schedule.
You Do Not Have to Handle This Alone
Whether this is your first time in family court or you have been through it before, you will get honest answers, a clear explanation of what comes next, and a plan built around your case.
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Tell me what is going on. You will speak with me directly, not a call center.
OFFICE585 Research Drive, Suite A
Athens, GA 30605
Athens, GA 30605
CALL OR TEXT(706) 546-0999
EMAILcustomerservice@samuelthomaslaw.com
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