Joanna G. Boyd, Esq. is an accomplished Georgia family law attorney recognized for her fierce advocacy on behalf of fathers and families. As the founder of J.G. Boyd Law, she has dedicated her career to ensuring that children have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with both parents. Her mission is clear: to give fathers a fair voice in the courtroom and to challenge the systemic biases that often work against them.
Attorney Boyd coined the phrase “Let Him See That Child”—a movement that has grown into both a rallying cry and a source of hope for fathers navigating custody and visitation battles. Beyond the courtroom, she extends her impact as a podcast host, social media influencer, and public speaker, empowering parents and driving conversations around fairness in family law.
Her excellence in advocacy has been widely recognized. Joanna has been honored as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Black Lawyers (2021–2022), named among the Top 10 Under 40 Family Law Attorneys in Georgia (2020–2022), and included in Marquis Who’s Who. She has also been named an Elite Lawyer (since 2023), a recipient of the MyLegalWin Top 10 Family Law Attorney badge, a Lawyer of Distinction, and a My Legal Win Distinguished Attorney. In 2025, she was recognized as one of the nation’s Top 30 Matrimonial & Family Law Trial Lawyers.
Her thought leadership and story have been featured in national and regional publications including CEO Weekly (August 2025), Voyage ATL, ShoutOut Atlanta, and Canvas Rebel, in addition to authoring multiple family law blog posts that provide guidance and insight for parents navigating legal challenges.
To expand her impact beyond her practice, Joanna is launching the James A. Boyd Foundation, a charitable nonprofit named in honor of her late father. The foundation is dedicated to reconnecting fathers with their children by offering financial assistance, legal resources, and emotional support to men navigating the family law system.
A proud Atlanta native, Joanna earned her degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Legal Issues and Sociology from Georgia State University before completing her Juris Doctor at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, where she was active in the Student Bar Association (SBA), Black Law Student Association (BLSA), Georgia Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL), Criminal Law Society, and Family Law Society.
Today, Joanna continues to be a bold voice for fathers’ rights, a trusted legal advocate, and a passionate community leader committed to reshaping the landscape of family law in Georgia and beyond.
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25 Client Reviews
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Posted by Janet | December 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Former Client
I am grateful to Attorney Boyd for her dedication and expertise that she provided in regards to my child modification case. I am pleased with the final judgement and would highly recommend her to others.
Posted by Kendra | August 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Put your worries aside and get Attorney Boyd!!!
Attorney Boyd was professional, attentive, and very knowledgeable. I felt good and confident that we would have a good and speedy outcome. Update!! Attorney Boyd delivered in the courtroom, and she exceeded my expectations! Not only did we get joint primary custody of our daughter, but the parenting...
Posted by Cierra | June 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Divorce/Child Custody
If you're looking for a "pit bull" attorney, Attorney Boyd is your girl. She aggressively dominated my case, while also listening to my thoughts and opinions. When my ex did not return our daughter, Attorney Boyd jumped into action immediately and worked long and extra hours over the weekend to ensur...
Posted by Scott | July 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Outstanding Family Law Attorney & Law Firm
Attorney Boyd and her colleague Darrell Gunn did a fantastic job in representing me in my case. I was provided expert legal counsel and guidance every step of the way during my entire legal proceedings. Her firm is also very process driven and professional. They did an amazing job of keeping my case ...
Posted by Christopher | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Supreme Professionalism
From my initial interview with Joanna, she was very professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. She provide me with recommendations and advised me on all options with my case. She was easy to speak to and her professionalism is second to none. Not only was she well prepared, but presented my case i...
"Ms. Boyd was opposing counsel on a family law matter. She was very well-prepared, professional and very smart!"
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Family lawyer
2023
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2023
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2023
Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2022
Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association
2021
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association
2020 - Present
Owner, J. G. Boyd Law, LLC
2019 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Sauls Law Group, LLC
2019 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2015 - Present
Georgia Association for Black Women AttorneysMember
2015 - Present
Black Law Students AssociationMember
The children won.
2019
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
Legal Issues Track
2023
2023
2022
2021
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Legal Answers
If pregnant by my husband, unbeknownst to him (just found out) and I desert or divorce him. Does he have any rights to my child?
13 Jul 2020
While trying to legitimize my child, does the father have right to keep my child from me? ?
11 Mar 2020
Are Ga divorce papers enforceable in SC court with regard to a custody hearing?
04 Feb 2020