What to look for in a domestic violence lawyer

Look for an attorney who handles protective orders regularly, understands Georgia’s Family Violence Act (O.C.G.A. § 19-13-1 et seq.), and knows how your county’s Superior Court actually runs these hearings. You also want someone who can help you gather and present evidence (texts, photos, police reports, witnesses), prepare you to testify clearly, and avoid missteps that can weaken credibility.

If your situation overlaps with divorce or custody, prioritize a lawyer who can connect the protective-order strategy to parenting time, exchanges, supervised visitation, and longer-term safety boundaries.

Top domestic violence lawyers in Georgia

1\. Marble law

Marble can help with family-law issues that often overlap with domestic violence, including protective orders and related family matters. Marble can also help with domestic violence restraining orders as part of family law support.

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2\. Justia

Justia is not a law firm; it’s a lawyer directory and legal information platform. It can be a useful starting point for comparing attorneys by county/city, practice focus, and reviews, then contacting candidates directly.

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3\. Kohn & Yager

Kohn & Yager is a Georgia criminal defense firm that lists domestic violence among the cases they handle, along with related charges like battery, assault, and stalking. If your priority is defense in criminal court (or you’re facing a parallel criminal case), firms like this can be a better fit than family-law-only practices.

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4\. Hecht Family Law

Hecht Family Law focuses on family law matters across Georgia and handles cases where domestic violence issues intersect with divorce, custody, and protective orders. Their approach emphasizes understanding both safety and family stability, especially when children are involved.

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5\. The Spizman Firm

The Spizman Firm offers criminal defense services in Atlanta and regularly handles domestic violence and family violence cases, including related assault or battery charges and protective order issues. Their team highlights experience in defending people accused of violent offenses and navigating serious court proceedings.

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6\. The Solomon Firm

The Solomon Firm is a Georgia-based law firm that handles domestic violence matters in Atlanta and surrounding areas, including both protective order representation for victims and defense against false domestic violence allegations. They work in divorce and custody cases where domestic violence comes into play and provide aggressive advocacy for clients on both sides of these issues.

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Understanding Georgia domestic violence laws

Under Georgia’s Family Violence Act, “family violence” includes acts like battery, simple battery, simple assault, assault, stalking, criminal damage to property, unlawful restraint, and criminal trespass when committed between certain family or household members. These include current or former spouses, parents of the same child, parents and children, stepparents and stepchildren, and persons who live or have lived in the same household.

A Family Violence Protective Order (FVPO) may be issued for up to 12 months, and temporary protective orders (TPOs) can be granted ex parte with a full hearing scheduled shortly afterward. Both protective orders and criminal domestic violence charges may apply separately: an FVPO is civil protection, while a domestic violence criminal arrest and prosecution involve separate legal procedures.

Questions to ask when hiring domestic violence lawyers in Georgia

When choosing an attorney, ask about:

Georgia domestic violence legal resources

Georgia provides a number of supportive resources:

Conclusion

Choosing the right domestic violence lawyer in Georgia depends on your specific situation, whether you’re seeking to obtain a protective order, need to defend against accusations, or are navigating a divorce or custody dispute with safety considerations.

Marble Law offers comprehensive representation that integrates domestic violence concerns with broader family law strategy throughout Georgia.

Choosing counsel familiar with Georgia’s Family Violence Act (O.C.G.A. § 19-13-1 et seq.), protective order procedures, and sensitive circumstances can make a critical difference. Free consultations are available at many firms and are a valuable opportunity to determine the right fit for your case.