Andrea Dyer Hastings

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Andrea Dyer Hastings

also known as Andee Dyer Hastings, Andee Dyer

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Alpharetta, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +5 more

3650 Mansell Road, Suite 475, Alpharetta, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Andrea

Biography

WE HAVE CAUSES, NOT CASES. STRONG AND UNDERSTANDING LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR YOUR MOST CHALLENGING SITUATIONS.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Child Support 15%

15%
Alimony 10%

29 years

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

29 years

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

29 years

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

29 years

10%
Adoption 5%

29 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 28 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1997

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hastings Shadmehry Family Law

3650 Mansell Road, Suite 475, Alpharetta, GA, 30022

hsfamilylaw.com/

Online Presence

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Andrea Dyer Hastings's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

Posted by Abby | November 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent family law attorney

My case was extraordinarily difficult. It was a terrible divorce, and a horrible custody battle. Originally I thought I was going to represent myself in order to save money. That would have been an huge mistake. Andee was amazing. These women not only kept me sane, but also helped me keep primary c...ustody of my children. Were it not for Andee's expert counsel, I know I would have made errors that would have cost me custody of my children. I know she had other cases and clients, but her and her team always made me feel like my case was important. Andee Hastings is my hero. I want my daughter to be just like her when she grows up. Her and her entire team protected me at every turn and helped my understand every step of the process. I can't recommend Andee and this law firm enough.

Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney for Complex Divorce and Property Division

Waggoner Hastings represented me in divorce case with complex property division. The attorneys listened and often comforted. They understood and believed a positive result was possible. They fought hard and represented me well. I was always keep appraised of the status of my case and informed on next... steps. There is a friendly and personal style with this firm. I never felt like one of a hundred cases, sometimes I felt like mine was the only one. When we did go to court, the other side did not seem prepared at all. We were, and I could tell by the judge’s reaction, that I had made the right choice. My attorney was very prepared and the judge respected that. I was very pleased with the results and I received a fair settlement and the judge ordered the other side to pay my attorney’s fees. I did not know until later, that having a judge make the other side’s attorney pay for attorney’s fees is a real victory! I highly recommend Andee Hastings and Waggoner Hastings Family Law.

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend Andee!

I hired Andee for my divorce case. I had another lawyer that I had to let go because he wouldn't respond to me and I didn't feel he truly cared about me or my case. I was given Andee's name. I can say that she will fight for you, your children, and your future. She is very responsive, and has a wo...nderful team that was available to me when she was in court or trial or mediation. She was a step ahead of the other side at every turn. Her and her team's representation was worth every penny. I highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experienced - Trustworthy - Passionate

I attempted to handle what should have been a simple divorce as a pro bono defendant. The opposing party and his sleazy attorney continued to attempt to bulldoze me into ridiculous settlement offers - lose my house? give up my dogs? NO! It became clear I was in way over my head, so I engaged Mrs. Ha...stings and her firm to handle my now exceptionally contentious divorce matter. I was feeling pretty defeated, but once she stepped in, the game changed - I received way more than I anticipated in terms of property and alimony, but more than that I gained peace of mind. You cannot put a value on that! I have recommended Mrs. Hastings and her firm to anyone and everyone in need of an engaged, knowledgable, confident and fearless attorney, and will continue to do so. The whole firm was just lovely to deal with and I really feel that they genuinely care. Oh... and the dogs didn't go anywhere!

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional, compassionate, brilliant attorney

I found Andee after searching online. I truly feel that I was led to her office, and her specifically. From the get-go, Andee showed me she cared and was concerned with me and the needs of my children. She immediately understood things about my situation that I didn't even yet understand, She is ve...ry kind, truly knowledgable in the field of family law, she listens, and guides through every step of the process in a way that I don't believe another attorney could have accomplish. She was always available for my questions leading up to the trial/hearing, or my efforts simply to just try to understand the process and why my soon-to-be-ex was being so difficult and what the plan was to deal with that. She always had a plan, and that constantly calmed my anxieties. She was well organized, prepared, and above all, it always felt like she was genuinely interested in not only succeeding, but also in my case. In court, I was even more impressed by her strategy and presence. I always felt like I knew what was going on in my case and what our strategy was for handling difficult issues, and she always kept me well-informed about the situation. I have hired her again four times for ongoing issues since my divorce, and I have recommended her to people close to me that need exceptional representation. I will always be grateful to Andee for being by my side through this process, and continuing to be by my side as we navigate the post-divorce world. Words simply don't express how strongly I recommend her as a family law attorney.

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Andrea Dyer Hastings's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amy Waggoner

Family lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Hastings is one of the most skilled and professional family lawyers in Georgia. I have worked with her on many cases and always found her to be an excellent strategist and courtroom attorney. In addition, she has a strong commitment to helping the client get the best possible result, whether through litigation, negotiation, or collaboration. I highly recommend her."

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Eileen Shuman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hastings is an excellent attorney. Working on a case with Ms. Hastings always results in effective and efficient resolution of a case, no matter how complex the issues. It is of utmost importance to clients in a divorce or family law situation to have an attorney who is respected by attorneys, judges, and court professionals working in the community. Ms. Hastings is well respected and ethical. I am always pleased when she is on the opposite side of the table from me in a case because I know I can trust her and I know that she will work hard to ensure that a divorce case or family law related case is resolved with the clients best interests as the center and focus of the resolution. I recommend Ms. Hastings."

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Eileen Thomas

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Andrea and I have worked on a number of Collaborative Divorces together. All of these cases have been successful in large part due to Andrea's wealth of experience, sound legal advice and compassion and dedication to her client and the family. I do not hesitate to refer cases to her. She is a strong asset to Family Law attorneys in Atlanta."

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David Sawyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andee is an excellent advocate for her clients and a skilled and talented litigator. I would recommend her without hesitation to any of my clients in need of representation in family law matters."

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Amy Waggoner

Family lawyer

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Eileen Shuman

Family lawyer

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Raymond Giudice

Criminal defense lawyer

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J. Sawyer

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

The Atlantan Magazine 2024 Woman of the Moment Award, Modern Luxury

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Top 10 Family Law Female Attorney Award, Best of the Best Attorneys

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 100 Lawyers Award, The National Advocates

2012

Rising Star, Superlawyers

2011

Rising Star, Superlawyers

2002

Barrister, Lamar American Inn of Court

1997

Member, Joseph Henry Lumpkin Inn of Court

1997

The Order of Barristers, University of Georgia School of Law

1994

Recipient, Cody E. Welborn Scholarship

1993

Member, Phi Beta Kappa

Work Experience

2007 - 2009

Partner, Warner, Mayoue & Bates

2003 - 2007

Associate, Warner, Mayoue & Bates

2000 - 2003

Associate, Hawkins & Parnell, LLP

1997 - 2000

Assistant District Attorney, Rockdale County District Attorney

Associations

2014 - Present

The National Mock Trial Association

Judge, Atlanta Regional Mock Trial Competition

2009 - Present

National Association of Professional Women

Member

2009 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2009 - Present

North Fulton Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Collaborative Law Institute of Georgia

Member

2005 - Present

Supreme Court of Georgia

Admitted to Practice

2003 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

U.S. Federal Court for the Middle District of Georgia

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

U.S. Federal Court for the Northern District of Georgia

Admitted to Practice

1998 - Present

Court of Appeals of Georgia

Admitted to Practice

1997 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Friday v. Friday, 294 Ga. 687 (2014)

Mallen vs. Mallen, 280 Ga. 43 (2005)

State of Georgia vs. Dean, 235 Ga. App. 847 (1998)

Davison v. State, 241 Ga. App. 685 (1999)

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Education

1997

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Oddities and Challenges of Family Law Seminar

Drafting Common Marital Agreements and Understanding Protective Orders and Domestic Torts

2013

Divorce Law From A-Z Seminar

Strategies for Effective Use of Discovery

2013

Collaborative Law Class

Collaborative Divorce and the Role of the Child Specialist

2012

Domestic Mediation Training

Domestic Mediation Role of the Family Law Attorney

2012

Domestic Mediation Training

Drafting Settlement Agreements and Troubleshooting Issues

2012

Collaborative Law Class

Collaborative Divorce

2012

Advanced Issues in Divorce

Post-Divorce Considerations

2009

Advanced Issues in Divorce

Post-Divorce Considerations

2000

Statewide Training of 911 Operators and First Responders

Evidence Collection in Domestic Violence Cases

1999

Statewide Training of 911 Operators and First Responders

Evidence Collection in Domestic Violence Cases

1998

Statewide Training of 911 Operators and First Responders

Evidence Collection in Domestic Violence cases

Languages

English

Activity

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