Monroe Family Law Attorney
If you live in Monroe or elsewhere in Walton County and need help with a divorce, custody, or support matter, your case will be heard at the Walton County Government Building on South Hammond Drive. Samuel Thomas Law is based in Athens and represents Walton County families. Attorney Samuel E. Thomas handles each case personally, from the first consultation through the final order.
Walton County Superior Court
Monroe is the county seat of Walton County. Family law cases for Walton County residents are filed in the Superior Court of Walton County, part of the Alcovy Judicial Circuit, which covers Walton and Newton counties. Superior Court sits on the second floor of the Walton County Government Building, 303 South Hammond Drive, Monroe, GA 30655. The Clerk of Superior Court’s office is in Suite 335 (phone 770-267-1307).
The Divorcing Parents Seminar
The Alcovy Circuit requires all divorcing parents to complete the Divorcing Parents Seminar. It runs about two hours: a 30-minute video followed by a 90-minute presentation. The fee is $35, payable by cash or money order only. Spouses attend separate sessions, and the location is included in the registration letter. A parent who lives out of state may be allowed to take an online course with the court’s permission.
Family Law Matters We Handle
- Divorce, contested and uncontested
- Child custody and visitation, including relocation
- Child support, including how support is calculated and modifications
- Spousal support and alimony
- Property and asset division, including family businesses and retirement accounts
- Paternity and legitimation and fathers’ rights
- Grandparent rights
- Contempt actions to enforce existing orders
- Prenuptial agreements
- Adoption
Mediation in Walton County
Domestic cases in the Alcovy Circuit are mediated through the Tenth Judicial Administrative District ADR Program, and cases can be sent to mediation by the judge, by the program, or at a party’s request. Mediation is often where a divorce or custody case settles, so we prepare you thoroughly and attend with you. Our article on divorce mediation explains the process.
Communities We Serve in Walton County
Besides Monroe, we represent clients from Good Hope, Jersey, Between, Walnut Grove, and the Walton County portions of Social Circle and Loganville.
About Attorney Samuel E. Thomas
Samuel E. Thomas is a fourth-generation Athens business owner, a University of Georgia graduate, and a graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia Superior Courts, including the court that hears Monroe cases. Read more about our firm.
Monroe Family Law FAQ
Do my spouse and I attend the parenting seminar together?
No. The Alcovy Circuit schedules spouses for separate sessions.
How do I pay for the seminar?
The $35 fee is paid by cash or money order. Personal checks and cards are not listed as accepted.
I was just served with divorce papers. What should I do first?
Note the date you were served, since the time to answer is limited, and get legal advice before moving money or property. See what to do when you’re served with divorce papers in Georgia.
Talk With a Monroe Family Law Attorney
Call us at 706-546-0999 or book a consultation online. You can also send us a message using the form below.
Our Office
Samuel Thomas Law, LLC
585 Research Drive, Suite A
Athens, GA 30605
Phone: 706-546-0999
Email: customerservice@samuelthomaslaw.com