About Diona M. Potter, Litigation Partner
Marietta divorce attorney Diona M. Potter enjoys practicing family law because of its complete lack of monotony. Anything can happen on any given day.
“I know that, at the end of the day, what I’m doing affects my client’s life, not only in the short term but for the future,” Ms. Potter said. “I will do my best to help them craft the best possible future.”
Ms. Potter believes preparation is key when it comes to practicing family law. If anything, she over-prepares because every case is so fact-specific.
“Even in the best of circumstances, the process is difficult,” she said, “but I am here every step of the way to guide you and get you through it.”
Licenses
Ms. Potter is licensed to practice in Georgia.
Education
Ms. Potter received her Bachelor of Science from Georgia State University, where she graduated cum laude. She earned her Juris Doctor from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, where she graduated valedictorian.
Professional Experience
Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Ms. Potter practiced family, criminal, employment, business, and commercial litigation.
Ms. Potter was a member of the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers in 2008.
Associations
- State Bar of Georgia, 2008
- Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law, 2008
Awards
- Super Lawyers Rising Star: 2013 to 2017 (early-career recognition)
- Super Lawyers: 2018, then 2020 to 2026 (the bio stops at 2022; add the recent years)
- Georgia Trend Legal Elite: 2012, 2013, and 2016 to 2022
- Avvo Client’s Choice: 2017
Legal Profiles
Speaking Engagements
- Family Law Series, “Challenges in Domestic Relations Law,” 2012
- DeKalb County Small Business Summit, “Legal Issues in Television and Movie Productions,” 2011
Reviews
“My teenage daughter needed desperately to get out from under her father’s mental and verbal abuse… I found Diona through searching online and she made us not so scared anymore. She listened to my daughter and I… And with that came just the professional lion that we needed. My child is safe now… and it is all because of Diona.”
Lauren
“We have and continue to work with Ms. Potter in protecting our grandson and son in custody issues. She has always acted with professional behavior… Even when other lawyers and the judge act carelessly she always displays a higher level of integrity.”
Deborah
“Diona was excellent during my difficult divorce proceedings. She guided me every step of the way with sound advice and great legal representation. I know I got the best possible outcome…”
Anonymous
“Diona did a great job helping navigate a very difficult divorce process. It was her wise counsel and experience that helped me stand my ground… I would recommend her to any man going through a tough divorce like mine was.”
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