Douglas Nathan Fox

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Douglas Nathan Fox

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Child Custody ... +6 more

268 West Pike St., Suite A, Lawrenceville, GA

About Douglas

Biography

Find a Strong Voice to Rise above the Noise. Building Trust and Winning Cases since 1995.

Find a Strong Voice to Rise above the Noise. Building Trust and Winning Cases since 1995.

Find a Strong Voice to Rise above the Noise. Building Trust and Winning Cases since 1995.

Find a Strong Voice to Rise above the Noise. Building Trust and Winning Cases since 1995.

Find a Strong Voice to Rise above the Noise. Building Trust and Winning Cases since 1995.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Our divorce practice is solution-driven and aims to strengthen our client's future family relationships and finances. We serve as problem-solvers and as an effective voice for our clients' personal welfare as they prepare for their next life-phase.

35%
Criminal Defense 30%

Combining a thorough grasp of criminal procedure with a recognition of police overreach, we strive to find solutions that preserve a client's dignity, minimizes future harm, and that conform to each client's personal needs and context.

30%
Child Custody 15%

If anything stirs a parent, it is the protection and advancement of their child's welfare. Child custody cases occupy a large footprint in our firm. Clients regularly take solace in our personal attention, passion, experience and courtroom skills.

15%
Family 10%

Breakdowns in relationships can carry consequences that require the establishment of clear legal rights. We handle it all: divorce, custody, child support, modification, legitimation, alimony, grandparents' rights, restraining orders, contempt, etc.

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

Though many lawyers advertise their DUI skills, our firm's grasp of the giant mass of DUI laws and our attention to each client's specific personal context leave our DUI clients well-protected, empowered and convinced we are truth-in-advertising.

5%
Child Support 2%

2%
Adoption 1%

1%
Alimony 1%

1%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2014 2013

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 30 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Fox Firm, P.C.

268 West Pike St., Suite A, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

douglasnfox.com/

Online Presence

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Douglas Nathan Fox's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews


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Clients frequently praise the lawyer for aggressive and knowledgeable representation, leading to successful outcomes in complex cases. Many highlight excellent communication, professionalism, and attention to detail. The paralegal is also consistently commended for her support.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Mediation

Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Mediation

Beware

I'm a highly educated individual, whose ex-husband (father of my child) only had custody because he was a millionaire whereas I was still in graduate school, getting my Ph.D. and the plan was for me to take over when I was done with school and had a stable income. Also, he cheated on me, repeatedly, ...and left me for a woman with whom he'd been planning (for a year) to leave me for her. I did not know this until later, but it was particularly disturbing since this woman had been a family friend and, thus, around my child from since he was a toddler. So, as soon as I was gone, she entered the picture, and this was very confusing and disturbing to my child. Nevertheless, when I realized the situation, after we'd legally separated and set out a plan (where he was primary legal custodian), it was quite difficult for me to attain primary legal custody because a) he had substantially more money than me and b) I had pre-existing medical conditions that, despite me having the entire duration of our marriage and family, and it never interfering, my ex used this against me during the case. Rather than Douglas Fox defending me in the appropriate way, he demeaned me... scolded me, in fact, and treated me like a completely worthless individual. NOTE: He was friendly and kind until the DAY before we had mediation, at which point I suppose he found time to actually review and process my case, after which he shamed me on many levels and, throughout mediation, continually berated me for "taking too long" and having to catch a flight back home, several states away, despite him knowing my residential situation. He put unnecessary strain and stress on me throughout the mediation, and I would never recommend him to any other parent seeking a fair trial. The only decent and competent part of my experience with this person was his paralegal, Katherine. She is amazing, timely, and cordial. Nevertheless, I do NOT recommend Douglas Fox as a lawyer in this capacity, and I feel sorry and sad for any other clients he may have ridiculed and humiliated, even on a person, one-to-one level, and yet have not come forward. Because I highly doubt that I'm the only one.

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Douglas Nathan Fox's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Zdrilich

Family lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked opposite Doug on a number of cases over the years. A good number of our cases have gone to trial. I can say without reservation that Doug is the kind of litigator you want in your corner. He is not afraid of a fight and is a zealous, well-prepared advocate in the courtroom, but one who still works to get things resolved amicably where possible. He brings a great deal of insight from more than two decades in practice, and he takes the responsibility he is invested with by his clients seriously. He is a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with. I have called him late at night before a trial from my desk to sort through those issues where we can find some common ground, and I know he is at his desk gearing up for trial, doing the work that needs to be done. I wholeheartedly endorse Doug Fox in the area of domestic and family law."

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Woodrow Ware

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Doug as opposing counsel on a family law matter in early 2017. In addition to being a fellow long-suffering Atlanta Falcons fan, Doug is a professional who looks out for his clients' interests first and foremost. I have no doubt that Doug was ready to furiously advocate for his client at trial. However, he didn't have to because we were able to settle our clients' case amicably. This combination of strength and wisdom is a sure-fire indicator of a great attorney."

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C. Joyner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Doug is a highly intelligent and motivated attorney. While we were on the opposite side of a case, I found him to be very professional and forthright. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone looking for a divorce/domestic attorney."

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Sally Friedman

Family lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've had multiple cases with him. I know he works hard for his clients. I would recommend him, if I had a conflict and was not able to represent someone."

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Sumner Riddick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a tenacious advocate for his clients. He works hard for his clients and is very ethical."

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alex Simanovsky

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Doug. I have known Doug for over 20 years and can attest to his skill and expertise as an attorney. Doug is passionate about helping his clients."

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James Suozzo

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Doug for over 20 years and he has always been very intense. He takes his cases very seriously and really devotes the time and energy needed to succeed in a case, no matter the difficulties the case may present. I like his aggressiveness and tenacity. If I had an issue in Georgia, I would turn to Doug and rest assured that I was in good hands."

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Austin Buerlein

Litigation lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had a nasty & lengthy custody trial against Doug 2 years ago, and I can strongly say his experience and trial skills make him a top-notch attorney. In fact, on several occasions when I have run into Doug around the courthouse, I have turned to him for advice on an issue I am litigating. I certainly endorse this attorney to anyone in need of an aggressive attorney...and recommend opposing counsels think twice about taking a case against him!"

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Anthony Zezima

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is tenacious in his representation of those accused of crimes."

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Alex Simanovsky

Personal injury lawyer

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Anthony Zezima

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Founding Partner, Fox Firm, P.C.

Associations

2000 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1995 - 2010

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1995

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Vanderbilt University

Languages

English

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