Born in Ilion, New York, Attorney Chester J. "Chet" Gregg graduated from the State University of New York, College at Oswego in 1993 with a B.S. in Secondary Education. In 1995 Mr. Gregg moved to Boston, Massachusetts and attended law school at the New England School of Law. As a law student Mr. Gregg worked with multiple government organizations including the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office and the Committee for Public Counsel Services (public defender). Mr. Gregg also gained experience in personal injury law through employment at the law firm of Roche, Heifetz, Murphy & Wholley, in Boston, MA, and at the law offices of Kenneth Halpern and Associates in Newton, MA. Mr. Gregg also served as a Case & Note Editor for the New England Law Review. Mr. Gregg graduated from law school in 1998, Magna Cum Laude. After law school Mr. Gregg was employed by a small computer software company, Forefield, Inc., in Worcester, Massachusetts. While at Forefield Mr. Gregg worked as a staff writer, production manager and worked on various corporate legal matters. In 2000 Mr. Gregg moved to San Antonio, Texas where he was employed at Standard Aero, Inc., as a government contracts specialist. Mr. Gregg joined the U.S. Army JAG Corps in 2001 and was stationed with the 3d Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Mr. Gregg initially served as a legal assistance attorney helping soldiers resolve consumer issues such as a landlord tenant law and military administrative issues. He then served as a military prosecutor for the next two years, trying cases involving drug use, assault, firearms, desertion and theft. Mr. Gregg deployed to Kuwait and Iraq with 2d Brigade, 3d Infantry Division, and was the first military JAG to arrive in Baghdad in April 2003. In May 2004 Mr. Gregg was appointed to be a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) responsible for prosecuting civilian crimes under Federal Law committed on Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. In that role Mr. Gregg prosecuted a wide variety of crimes ranging from driving under the influence (DUI) to attempted murder. His most notable case involved the prosecution of a civilian working as a contractor in Iraq under the Military Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Act (MEJA). Mr. Gregg's military awards include the Bronze Star Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Army Service Ribbon, and the Combat Action Badge. Mr. Gregg is admitted to the state bars of Massachusetts, Florida, and Georgia. He is also admitted to the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia, the Federal District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

Margaret Washburn has a general trial practice that focuses primarily on complex and high asset domestic relations litigation, including divorce, modification of custody and child support and contempt actions. We also handle criminal defense, personal injury and auto accidents and civil trial litigation, as well as represent injured workers. We have developed our practice and client base through Margaret's reputation in the community and through involvement in the State Bar of Georgia committees, the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, the Lawrenceville Kiwanis Club, and other civic organizations. Margaret is the editor of the Gwinnett County Bar Association Newsletter, and the newsletter for the Council for Municipal Court Judges. This has led to referrals of clients over the years from other attorneys in both Gwinnett County and around the State.

Mr. Hill is first and foremost a trial attorney that limits his practice to divorce and other domestic relations cases. Mr. Hill holds a peer review rating of AV-Preeminent from Martindale-Hubbell and an AVVO rating of 10/10 – Superb. While Mr. Hill plans a strategy for each case individually, his basic approach is to prepare for war and use the power that provides to settle the case wherever possible. If settlement becomes impossible, Mr. Hill has ample experience in both bench trials and jury trials. He also has experience in appealing divorce cases to the Supreme Court. Mr. Hill brings a strong background in business, accounting and cost analysis (both educational and practical experience) to the practice of domestic relations law. His business skills combine effectively to allow him to achieve excellent results in cases involving high asset and complex marital estates especially those that include on-going businesses. Mr. Hill has published papers in technical trial techniques and areas of applicability to the family law practitioner. He is a Guardian Ad Litem for the Superior Court of Cobb County and he is a Registered Neutral with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution. Mr. Hill is a member of the State Bar of Georgia; the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia; the Cobb County Bar Association; the Family Law Section of the Cobb County Bar Association; and Phi Delta Phi. Mr. Hill is also a member of First United Methodist Church of Marietta, the Marietta Kiwanis, and the Kennesaw Business Association.

Melissa Sanford has built her career on helping clients in the areas of family law and criminal defense. By focusing primarily on these two areas in her practice, Ms. Sanford has been able to gain extensive experience in the family and criminal court systems, ensuring each of her clients gets the best possible representation for the legal issues that crop up unexpectedly in their lives. No matter what legal matter crops up in your life, you need representation by someone who understands the rights and processes of the legal system. Based out of Fayetteville, Melissa Sanford provides legal help in the area of family matters, including divorce, child custody, and child support, as well as criminal defense to clients throughout Fayette County, as well as Coweta, Spalding, Pike, Upson, Carroll, Clayton and South Fulton Counties.

I have practiced law exclusively dealing with litigation and disputes in the areas of Family Law (divorce, child custody, child support, paternity/legitimation, adoption, modification of custody and support), Personal Injury(slip & fall, car wreck, wrongful death, product liability), social security disability (SSI & SSDI), Criminal Defense (DUI, felony, misdemeanor, traffic citations, drug, assault, battery, etc.), Business Organization, Collections, Wills, Trusts, Estates, Real Estate Litigation. I strive to serve my client's and those in need. If I am not able to handle your legal concerns I will strive to find you the most qualified attorney that I know to assist you with your legal need.

Ronny Jones is a practicing lawyer in the state of Georgia. Attorney Jones received his J.D. from the Georgetown University Law Center in 1982.

Kim T. Stephens ranks as one of the most accomplished trial lawyers and attorneys in the state of Georgia. With more than twenty-two years of experience in litigation, Kim has successfully resolved numerous high profile cases, defending professional and college athletes, doctors, police officers, and teachers charged with crimes ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony crimes. Kim has extensive experience in the areas of criminal law, personal injury, business and contract litigation, and probate law in the Athens area and around the State of Georgia. He practices in all courts including federal courts, superior and state courts, local municipal courts, probate courts, recorders courts, UGA student hearings, administrative hearings, and appellate courts. Kim represents individuals charged with misdemeanor crimes, including DUI; felony crimes, including drug charges, sexual offenses, family violence crimes, burglary, theft, and murder; and federal crimes throughout Georgia, providing an aggressive defense for his clients and consistently achieving optimal results for the people he represents. Kim is recognized both locally and nationally for his professionalism and skills as a litigator. He has earned the rank of 10.0, i.e. "superb," on avvo.com, achieving the highest possible score on the ten point scale that Avvo uses to grade attorneys. Avvo, the world’s largest online database committed to reviewing and ranking attorneys, awards the 10.0 ranking to less than 1% of attorneys nationally, placing Kim in the top percentage of attorneys in the United States. Martindale Hubbell, an attorney peer review database, has recognized Kim as “distinguished counsel,” which is a widely respected mark of achievement, differentiating a lawyer from his or her competition and reflecting a high level of respect in the legal community. More locally, the Athens Banner Herald named Kim as the people’s choice attorney for litigation in both 2013 and 2014. The Reader’s Choice Awards are based on votes from citizens in the Athens area and reflect Kim’s stellar reputation as a DUI and criminal defense attorney in the local community. Kim has provided expert legal commentary and/or given interviews to both regional and national news media, including: the Athens Banner Herald, the Red and Black, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, ABC news, Fox news, ESPN, CBS news, and many other local and national news organizations.

Chimere Chisolm Trimble is an award-winning attorney and passionate leader in the Georgia legal community, known for her work throughout South Georgia and the Atlanta Metropolitan area. As founder of Chisolm Trimble & Associates, she has been providing legal representation to clients from her offices in Atlanta (Midtown), Douglasville, and Albany. Focusing in the areas of family law, including divorce, custody, spousal / child support, legitimation and estate planning. “I am focused on protecting the legal rights of each one of my clients," says Attorney Trimble “Every Georgian deserves a committed understanding attorney who is well versed in the laws of our state and who is willing to fight for them.” Attorney Trimble’s varied and accomplished legal career includes work with the North Carolina Justice center, previous Staff Attorney to three Superior Court Judges, former Assistant City Attorney, selection to the Georgia Super Lawyers five years straight, served as Regional Vice President for the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, as well as a Municipal Court Judge, Executive Board Members to several non-profit organizations and most recently Chairperson to the Family Law Section of GABWA.

We have been solving problems for individuals, families and businesses since 1996. We advocate on behalf of individuals and families in all aspects of family law. We represent individuals and businesses in disputes and negotiation involving real estate and condominium law. We defend those accused of DUI and crimes in state or federal court. We pursue justice for individuals and small business in Federal employment litigation, sexual harassment, discrimination, and defamation cases. We offer free consultations, we don't charge for travel time, and we even make house calls if you need us to. How can we help you? Lawyer.com FAQ What are the top legal services your firm provides? My firm handles family law, real estate disputes and litigation, DUI and criminal cases in state and federal court, defamation, discrimination and harassment cases. What is your approach or philosophy when representing a client? My approach to client representation is to view my client as my partner in the case, invested in the outcome, and a participant in each step we take. How do you keep current on new information pertaining to your specialty? I keep myself up to date on the changing laws and cases in each field by my membership in lawyer organizations and by monthly educational seminars. I also give talks and presentations to groups on different topics of current interest.

Richard Hays Goolsby, Jr. currently practices law in both Georgia and South Carolina and is a proud member of both bar associations. Richard, Jr. founded the Goolsby Law Firm, LLC after graduating with a Juris Doctorate degree from Mercer Law School in 2006. Richard, Jr. grew up in Augusta, Georgia and attended Lakeside High School, and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Augusta State University. Richard, Jr. has vast experience handling the defense of major felony criminal charges, family law cases, probate matters, and other civil litigation. In his free time, Richard, Jr. also enjoys teaching Criminal Justice courses at Augusta University.