Atlanta Family Law Attorneys
Navigating family law issues can be challenging, and residents of the Atlanta metro area may require various services and local guidance to manage these matters effectively. According to recent data, Fulton County has one of the highest divorce rates in Georgia, with approximately 12% of marriages ending in divorce annually.
DeKalb County reports a significant number of domestic violence cases, with over 3,000 incidents reported last year. Child custody disputes are also prevalent, accounting for 20% of family law cases filed in Atlanta metro courthouses.
Attorney Noreen Banks-Ware, founder of E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm, has focused on family law since 1991. She and her team have resolved thousands of cases involving divorce, custody, marital property division, child support, alimony, and other family law issues. The firm also handles probate matters and drafts and implements comprehensive estate plans.
Ms. Banks-Ware is a leader in significant legal organizations, such as the Chair of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA) Family Law Section, a member of the State Bar of Georgia Diversity Law Committee, as well as a Master in the Weltner Family Law American Inn of Court.
Contact E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm online or at (470) 523-3135 to schedule a confidential consultation with an Atlanta family lawyer about your legal concerns.
Atlanta Neighborhoods that May Need Family Law Services
Different areas in Atlanta may have specific needs for our skilled family law services:
Buckhead: High-income neighborhoods may require specific legal assistance for high-net-worth divorces and property division. Midtown: With a diverse population, legal aid, and pro bono services to assist low-income families are often needed. East Atlanta: This neighborhood has seen a rise in domestic violence cases, necessitating robust support and protective services. South Atlanta: Given the prevalence of young families and high divorce rates, this area may benefit from increased access to parenting classes and family counseling services.
What to Bring to Your First Attorney-Client Meeting
You may have many topics to discuss with your attorney, so bring the appropriate documents when meeting with us to ensure you cover everything.
Consultation requirements may include: Questions that you have. A list of your priorities for divorce and custody. Any pre- or postnuptial agreements. Financial statements, investment statements, recent tax returns, and recent paystubs. Statements regarding any loans, mortgages, and credit card debt. Documents that detail any of your separate property or assets. Any documents pertaining to domestic violence or restraining orders.
This is only a starting place for the first discussion. Please bring relevant documents if there is anything else your attorney should know.
In-person meetings are not always necessary, as much can be accomplished via phone, video conference, and email. However, we recommend you contact us before visiting our office so that we can make an appointment and advise you on what may needed for your consultation.
Our Atlanta Service Location
Our building is close to the intersection of Panola and Salem Roads, near the border of Lithonia and Stonecrest. We are across the street from the Salem-Panola Library near the Salem Crossing shopping center.
Our building is owned by our founding attorney, E. Noreen Banks-Ware, and her husband. They built it in 1995 and began using it for the law firm in 1996. It has its own parking lot with plenty of free parking, as well as a: Wheelchair-accessible entrance. Wheelchair-accessible parking lot. Wheelchair-accessible restroom.
From this location, we serve the entire Atlanta metropolitan area and beyond.
Our firm is Black-owned, woman-owned, and LGBTQ+ friendly. We welcome all people who need an experienced family law attorney. Our individualized service and extensive knowledge of Georgia family law, estate planning, and probate position us as a prominent choice for legal representation.
Reach us online or at (470) 523-3135 to consult an Atlanta family law attorney today.