I am currently accepting divorce cases and handling auto accident and personal bankruptcy cases statewide. My firm is recognized for our aggressive representation, meticulous preparation, and fair, flat fees. As a potential client, you can be confident in my extensive experience and dedication to your case, ensuring that you receive the personal attention your case demands. With over 24 years of practice, I am well-regarded by both opposing attorneys and judges.
Please be aware that I do not handle family law cases involving DFCS.
I maintain a very low caseload, which allows me to handle only one trial matter at a time. This means you won't have to worry about me being unavailable for your important hearing due to scheduling conflicts. I dedicate time to each client and each case, providing my undivided attention. Rest assured, I will personally handle your case from start to finish without delegating it to an associate.
- Divorce
- Contested Divorce, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Same Sex Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Car Accidents
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Modifications
- Legitimation
- High Asset Divorce
- *****We DO NOT handle DFCS cases nor 3rd party / grandparent custody cases***
- Mediation
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Free Consultation
Free consultations for personal injury and bankruptcy -
Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Contingent fees for auto accident cases. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Family Law Flat fees - no hourly billing! We don't drag your case out to make more money.
- Arizona
- State Bar of Arizona
- ID Number: (Currently Inactive)
- Georgia
- State Bar of Georgia
- ID Number: 241522
- 11th Circuit
- United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
- English
- Spanish
- Owner, Managing Attorney
- Edwards Family Law
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- Attorney
- Stephen A. Friedman & Associates
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- Attorney
- Georgia Legal Services
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- Tulane University School of Law
- J.D. (2001) | Law
- North Carolina Central University
- B.A. (1998) | Political Science
- Graduated in 3 years at age 19; Minors in Spanish & French
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Top 2% of Attorneys
- SuperLawyers
- Super Lawyer
- SuperLawyers
- 2020-2023
- 10.0 Superb Rating
- Avvo
- Pro Bono All Stars
- Georgia Bar Journal
- Rising Star in Family Law
- Georgia SuperLawyers
- 2013, 2015 - 2018
- Gwinnett County Bar Association - Family Law Section
- Member
- Current
- Activities: Past President
- Atlanta Bar Association - Family Law Section
- Member
- Current
- American Bar Association
- Member
- Current
- Dekalb County Family Law Section, Family Law Section
- Member
- Current
- Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Member
- Current
- How to Prepare for Mediation
- Avvo Legal Guide
- What does a Guardian ad Litem do?
- Avvo Legal Guide
- What to bring to a Family Law Consultation with your Attorney
- Avvo Legal Guide
- Nuts & Bolts of Family Law - Case Law Updates
- State Bar of Georgia Family Law Section
- Nuts & Bolts of Family Law - Case Law Updates
- State Bar of Georgia Family Law Section
- Master Class: Tech, Tools, and Talent to Run a More Efficient Law Firm, Smith.ai
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- Nuts and Bolts of Family Law: Zoom Temporary Hearings, State Bar of Georgia
- Workflows, American Bar Association Tech Conference
- Improve Your Intake, smith.ai & Edwards Family Law
- Civil Mediation
- Georgia Supreme Court
- Amicable Divorce Network
- Amicable Divorce Network
- Collaborative Law
- Collaborative Institute of Georgia
- Georgia Trial Skills Clinic
- Institute of Continuing Legal Education of Georgia
- Q. I've been married almost 15 years never worked while married will I receive alimony . Half of our house he sold
- A: Alimony depends on a variety of factors. Not only your need for it, but the other party's ability to pay. Consult with an attorney who can review your finances and history and give you tailored advice.
- Q. In Georgia what percentage of the equity in a home has to be paid to the spouse?
- A: There is no set percentage. The judge can do whatever is fair. In most cases it's 50%, but it doesn't have to be.
- Q. Ex boyfriend granted custody at hearing to legitimize, proceedings not filed in custodial county of residency inGeorgia
- A: Generally, there are 30 days to respond to a petition for custody, unless it was filed as an emergency. If emergency custody was granted, you still can respond and should appear at the scheduled hearing. In order to get more specific advice, you need to speak to an attorney who can review the documents and hear your story.