State: Georgia

Marietta divorce attorney Adam Sutton understands that contested divorce can be one of the most difficult things a person can endure. Often, they have no idea how to navigate the process or what to expect in the end.

Mr. Sutton has seen what happens when people attempt to go to court alone and how heartbreaking the results can be. By practicing family law, he is able to help people avoid those situations and make a genuine difference in their lives.

“People deserve a fair hearing and their children deserve a strong foundation to grow from regardless of whether their parents are married or divorced,” Mr. Sutton said.

The stakes are high for many people during the divorce process and raw emotions often get in the way of sound decision-making. During his many years as a mediator working primarily in high-conflict situations, followed by his time as a litigator focused on child custody issues, Mr. Sutton developed a degree of control and professional steadiness that allows him to always stay focused on his client’s goals and the litigation end game.

“An attorney must be able to stand firm against an overly aggressive opposing counsel, re-focus an angry judge, and bring a biased expert witness back to reality,” Mr. Sutton said.

Mr. Sutton also encourages his clients to remain in control of their emotions. When they step into an attorney’s office, they are usually angry, and often rightfully so. Betrayal, frustration, fear, and anxiety all meld together into a tightly wound ball of negativity and can cloud one’s judgment.

“Focus on your future and, more importantly, focus on your children’s future,” Mr. Sutton said. “Children need their parent to be that good guy, to make the right choices, and do what is right for those kids. Not only is that approach the best way to plan for your long-term future, but it is also the best way to win the judge’s favor during your case.”

Fayetteville divorce attorney Nicholas Granade values the importance of family before, during, and after a divorce or separation.

He realizes that families, parents, and children need diligent advocates in pursuing and maintaining their rights during what can oftentimes be one of the most adversarial and stressful times in a person’s life.

“Particularly in today’s society, I believe it is extremely important for men to stand up for their rights and not to assume that they are fighting a losing battle simply based upon their anatomy,” Mr. Granade said. “Knowledge of the legal framework and the court system, along with strategic advocacy should empower a litigant in a trying time such as divorce, and I take pride in empowering my clients to get the results they deserve.”

Mr. Granade is tenacious, yet poised in and out of the courtroom. He is comfortable advocating, negotiating, and litigating for his clients depending upon the needs of the case. He thoroughly informs his clients of their legal rights and options, then aggressively pursues his cases in conjunction with his client’s desires and the limits of the law.

Divorce and custody battles can be long, tiresome, and seemingly unmanageable. You need a well-trained, experienced professional in your corner who can do the heavy lifting for you and counsel you to make the best decisions during a time when it is tempting to make the worst decisions.

“For a limited amount of time, divorce encompasses your life, your family, and your finances and the result will affect the rest of your life,” Mr. Granade said. “I can help you navigate the waters of litigation in order to protect the most important aspects of your life throughout and following the struggle.”

Clear and consistent communication with your attorney is essential in obtaining a successful result in your case, according to Andrew Ordyna.

“Make sure your attorney understands the result you desire in your case and why you feel such a result is appropriate,” he said.

Mr. Ordyna strives to ensure he and his client are on the same page and that the client understands the often-intimidating litigation process.

“If you do not understand, explain the problem to your attorney. Your lawyer is on your team so work with one another as a team,” he said. “And never let your spouse or your ex-spouse undermine your relationship with your attorney.”

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In the context of domestic litigation, Atlanta divorce attorney Kevin M. Mammola said his experience is that persistence is a key component for achieving success.

“This success relies on the attorney’s persistence in negotiating and litigating the case, and also relies on the attorney’s role in ensuring the client remains persistent in achieving his ultimate goal,” he said.

Mr. Mammola has vast experience in the area of child support law, including stints assisting in the establishment, collection, and enforcement of child support.

“Practicing on a team with a heavy caseload involving all aspects of Georgia child support required that I stay on the cutting edge of recent legal decisions and changes in the law with respect to child support,” Mr. Mammola said.