Adriana Arguelles de la Torriente

Adriana Arguelles de la Torriente

also known as Adriana de la Torriente, Adriana Torriente

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Child custody Lawyer at Decatur, GA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

914 Church Street, Decatur, GA

About Adriana

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 18 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2007

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Torriente Law, LLC

914 Church Street, Decatur, GA, 30030

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Adriana Arguelles de la Torriente's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Job Adriana!

I hired Adriana to file for my divorce from my ex-wife in 2014. The case was made very complicated because the opposing party was not reasonable about anything. While the opposing counsel was very aggressive and was requesting sky, Adriana remained calm and was not intimidated. At some point I felt t...hat she needed to response to some of the accusations or insinuations of the opposing counsel. But, she always reassured me by telling me that none of the insinuations from the other party have any importance. In response to the other party unbelievable offers and counter offers, to say the least, she told me that we always have to be reasonable ourselves in our offer. She also told me to do the right thing and provide all the documents that they requested. I did everything she asked me to do and I always respond quickly to her request. Throughout the litigation, she never stopped telling me that we need to be reasonable. Finally, we ended up going to trial. With Adriana's help , great work preparing for the trial and her constant communication with me all along made me feel confident. Adriana has always crafted our offers with the mindset of a judge. She would go and fight to get you the maximum that she can get from a judge's perspective. She would tell you what is possible and what is not possible based on the facts. With Adriana's expertise and preparation, I was able to get everything that I so desired. You can imagine my emotions when I get the final order. I would definitely recommend Adriana! Great Job Adriana and your team! it is all about results! oh, on a side note, Adriana is a geeky too! She organized her exhibits in a way that gave her the ease to switch back and forth between exhibits during trial.

Posted by MichaelS. | March 14, 2014 | Family

A Lighthouse

I met Adriana during what has been the most trying time in my life so far. The most important part of my life - my family - was breaking apart . And my former partner was doing everything she could to destroy any chance of a loving relationship between myself and my children - my ex was letting her a...nger poison our children's world.. Adriana was always there for me. She always told me what I needed to know (though it was not always what I wanted to hear) about each step of the hearings she represented me in. There was never a time that i felt Adriana was anything less than professional and prepared - she was able to keep track of each event in the timeline - even when my mind was blurred - and she always stayed on point in her efforts to help me navigate the terrifying landscape of the court system. I never had a cause to doubt that she was totally ON my side - and I could feel that her passion about my case, and her true caring about the welfare of my children kept her BY my side. I have come to believe that in any divorce/child custody case there are never any real winners. The whole family shares a profound loss in many different ways - But I never felt that Adriana cared more about winning the case than she did about healing my connection with my children, Her selection and use of expert witnesses, and her skill at bringing the critical elements in my case - the welfare of my children - always to the forefront in the courtroom - resulted in a change of Primary Custody for my children, and a hope for better days ahead. Throughout the years this case worked through two county courts - Adriana was able to use her knowledge of the system and her legal skills to arrive at an outcome totally to our advantage. Like a lighthouse - Adriana guided me safely through the storm and fog while protecting me from the hidden rocks of this terrible time - and I truly believe that she is the reason that I have my children back today. I cannot imagine a more competent, compassionate, or capable guide to have.

Posted by Jonathan | March 13, 2014 | Child Custody

Quality Family Law Representation

Smart, prepared, fair, and honest. Adriana assisted my family very well in navigating a lengthy and difficult custody modification, and the result was exactly what we had hoped for from a legal standpoint.

Posted by Sean | September 26, 2012 | Child Custody

Divorce with Custody and Alimony Issues

Adriana did a wonderful job with my case. In addition to what I feel is a fair judgement, I also feel like she kept my costs reasonable. My case took a long time to but that had nothing to do with Adriana and I never felt like the charges just continued to accumulate. She was knowledgeable of my o...ptions but also listened to what was important to me and offered ideas on how to create a proposal that maximized what was important to me while also having a chance to be accepted. As a dad, custody issues were my top priority. Adriana ran a number of scenaios by me and worked to make the one's that I was the most comfortable with become reality. Child Support and Alimony were also important topics for my divorce and again, she kept my expectations realistic and was easy to work with. At her suggetion, we pushed for mediation and this proved to be a very effective strategy. Divorces are never fun but Adriana made it bareable and made sure that my role as a father to my children was protected.

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Adriana Arguelles de la Torriente's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathy Starling

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. While in law school I worked for Adriana. She cares deeply for her clients and works hard to obtain the results her clients request. Adriana is ethical and very direct. No one could go wrong by hiring this attorney."

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Aaron Marks

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana is what every divorce client looks for in an attorney. She is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable about the law, yet can balance that intelligence with the sincere compassion for her clients. That is unique, and highly sought after, in her area of law. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Long

Family lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the fortunate experience of working for Adriana at my very first law firm position and learned so much from her. She is a diligent attorney who stays up-to-date on the most recent legal developments. She is a great mentor!"

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Andrew Lynch

Family lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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LeeAnne Lynch

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana has a reputation for always speaking her mind - a great trait in a lawyer who is fighting for you. If you want someone on your side who will not back down until she gets you results, hire Adriana."

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Lindsay Reese

Unknown lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana is a passionate advocate for her clients. She has the knowledge and skill to get results for her clients. She is a fierce opponent and I fully endorse her."

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Joycelyn Curry

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana is a diligent and highly intelligent lawyer who is not afraid to go the extra mile for her clients. Great person, great lawyer."

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Todd Larsen

Family lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Adriana de la Torriente for all of your Family law needs. Whether it is in the area of divorce, child custody, and/or support issues, Ms. de la Torriente has consistently exhibited proficiency and expertise with all matters that she has handled. In my practice of estate litigation, I often rely on Ms. de la Torriente as a source when I must delve into areas of family law and support. I have known her professionally and personally for several years and hold her in high regard among the legal community."

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Robert Susor

Family lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Adriana is a passionate and highly effective advocate for her clients. I have known her since law school and have had the opportunity to work with her as co-counsel on several cases and always been consistently impressed with her strong work ethic, knowledge of the law, and excellent courtroom skills, I regularly refer my clients in need of family law servies to her for assistance because I trust her to take care of business. I endorse this lawyer and am proud to call her a friend."

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Susan Blum

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana is knowledgeable in all areas of family law. She is dedicated to her clients and zealously represents them."

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Benjamin Goldberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adriana is a dynamite lawyer. I would not hesitate to recommend her to a friend or family member in need of representation in a divorce, child custody or other domestic matter. I endorse Adriana all the way."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Adriana. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magaznine

2019

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2013

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner/ Attorney, Torriente Marum, LLC

2008 - 2010

Associate, Ball Family Law

2001 - 2004

Senior Auditor, The Home Depot

2000 - 2001

Systems Engineer, The Home Depot

1998 - 2000

Management Consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Associations

2018 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Vice President of Communications

2012 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

2007 - Present

Immaculate Heart of Mary Social Justice Committee

2016 - 2017

Catholic Charities Atlanta

2016-17 Leadership Class

2016 - 2017

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Chair Public Affairs

2014 - 2017

Immaculate Heart of Mary Social Justice Committee

Co-chair

2013 - 2017

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers - Public Affairs Committee

2011 - 2017

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2010

Blue Ridge Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

MARY LOUISE CALLICUTT v. JONATHAN CALLICUTT

Ga Court of Appeals upheld the trial court's order. (We were sucessfull)

Pate v Sadlock

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Education

2007

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Georgia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Industrial Engineering

Speaking Engagements

2014

Nuts and Bolts of Family Law

Representing Immigrants in Court

2013

Student Lunch and Learn

Starting Your Own Practice in Family Law

Publications

2014

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia) Representing Immigrants in Family Law Matters

Languages

Spanish

English

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