Allen S. Russell

Allen S. Russell

3.6
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Alpharetta, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

3560 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA

About Allen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

I have had a private practice devoted exclusively to Family Law matters for over 20 years. This includes Divorce, Dissolution of Marriage, Child Custody, Support, Father's Rights and a variety of similar matters all related to Family Law.

33 years

70%
Child Custody 20%

My practice has been devoted exclusively to Family Law for over 20 years. This includes child custody, divorce, paternity, and modification cases.

33 years

20%
Family 10%

I have had a practice devoted exclusively to Family Law for over 20 years. During that time I have handled a great many complex divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, and modifications of all of the above.

33 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 6 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2019

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 31 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1995

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 32 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 32 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Atlanta Divorce Law Group

3560 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30005

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Allen S. Russell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.6 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Heather | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Recommend

I interviewed multiple attorneys in the KCMO area and none of them were upfront about information I needed to know like Allen. I chose Allen and could not have been more grateful. He is upfront, an industry expert in his field and really cares about the best interest of his clients and their families.... He was focused on the purpose of the hearing and never veered. I felt secure during the entire process (February to late July). I was provided continuous updates as it relates to hearings, documentation, etc., his invoices tell you exactly what you are paying for and his rates are not high at all. Allen and his team are conscious of the time they put in and make every attempt to keep costs low. The final hearing ended in our favor. He makes you feel like you are a team and not going through this process alone. I recommend him for other individuals that are going through family court issues.

Posted by Joy | July 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Careless and cared less

Mr. Russell and his clerical staff were totally careless and cared less about their mistakes on my case. He asked for a $1,000 extra midway to cover for a no-show deposition. He would not refund. His clerical staff completely confused the divorce decree and he wanted another $1,000 to fix it and t...o hold my ex in contempt. I had already given him $5,000!!

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quick to settle

Allen Russell represented me in my divorce without children. He was never prompt in responding to texts, emails or calls. I'm very thankful I didn't follow his advise and agree to a settlement proposed by my ex. Had I followed his advise, I would have lost half of my investments to a very brief marr...iage. Instead, I went against his advise and refused to settle. Fortunately, it turned out ok for me, as the judge ruled favorably on my side. I never felt like Allen had any passion for justice or serving those he represented. My friend, who is currently represented by Allen, continues to lose more and more custody of their child for no reason, other than the other parent keeps asking for more time. He continues to advise my friend to settle and not fight the situation.

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Allen S. Russell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Reagan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He has always been very honest, courteous and professional. Great attorney to work with as opposing counsel. He is very professional."

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Megan Hoxsey

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Allen is knowledgeable, caring, well informed and truly has his client's bests interests at heart. He is a dedicated advocate for his clients."

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Megan Hoxsey

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Stephanie Weil

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

1999

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, Senior Attorney, Atlanta Divorce Law Group

1993 - Present

Owner, Allen S. Russell Jr., Attorney at Law

2019 - 2020

Attorney, Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor

Associations

2019 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

Missouri Bar, Family Law Section

Member

Johnson County Bar Association, Family Law Bench/Bar Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cullison v. Thiessen 51 S.W.3d 508 (2001)

Alport v. Alport, 571 SW3d 680

Klein v. Klein, 475 SW3d 194

Traxel v Traxel, 295 SW3d 215

Haden v. Riou 37 SW3d 854

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Education

1993

Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Southern California

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1998

National Business Inst. Seminar, May 1998; and Presenter

“Child Custody & Time Sharing in Missouri"

Publications

1999

National Business Institute Child Custody and Visitation in Missouri: Guardians Ad Litem, Enforcement

1999

National Business Institute Domestic Law in Missouri: Premarital Agreements and Divorce Procedure

1999

National Bar Institute “Child Custody and Visitation in Missouri”

1998

National Business Institute Seminar “Child Custody & Time Sharing in Missouri"

1998

National Business Institute Child Custody and Time Sharing in Missouri: Custody Modification Proceedings

1997

National Business Institute Using the Psychology Expert in Custody and Visitation issues in Missouri: Important Considerations, Nuts and Bolts or a formal individual psychological evaluation, ethical considerations

1997

National Business Institute Equitable Distribution in Divorce Settlements in Missouri: equitable distribution in Missouri

1995

National Business Institute Family Law in Missouri: Recent Developments in Family Law, Preparation and Trial of a Divorce Case.

1994

National Business Institute Domestic Law in Missouri: Ethics as it relates to Family Law

Languages

French

English

Activity

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