$ 300-450 per hour
About Allen
Biography
Allen Russell has nearly thirty years of experience in a legal practice devoted exclusively to family law litigation. During that time, he has developed a reputation as an aggressive advocate for his clients, a skilled negotiator, and proficient trial attorney.
Since graduating from law school in 1993, Allen has tried hundreds of complex family law cases in multiple jurisdictions, including high asset divorces, child custody, modifications, paternity/legitimation, and a variety of related matters.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 6 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 31 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 32 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 32 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Atlanta Divorce Law Group
3560 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30005
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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...
Allen S. Russell's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
Megan Hoxsey
Divorce and separation lawyer
Stephanie Weil
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
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
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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