Patricia Annaleece McKenzie Edwards

Patricia Annaleece McKenzie Edwards

also known as Pat McKenzie, Patricia M. Edwards

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 18 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family, Divorce & Separation

234 Luckie Street, Lawrenceville, GA

About Patricia

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 80%

Revocable Living Trusts Wills Estate Administration Trust Funding Probate Guardianship/Conservatorship

7 years

80%
Divorce and Separation 10%

Uncontested Divorce High Asset Division Divorce Modification of Custody

19 years

10%
Family 10%

Prenuptial Agreements Postnuptial Agreements Private Petition for Dependency (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status)

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 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

Synergy Law and Mediation, LLC

234 Luckie Street, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

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Patricia Annaleece McKenzie Edwards's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (19)
4 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top notch

Patricia McKenzie Edwards continues to the best she has been my lawyer since 2018. Extremely humane and professional

Posted by Alana | November 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Patricia is the BEST!!

I wish I had found Patricia sooner. I’ve had horrible experiences with lawyers. Patricia was referred to me by a mutual connection to handle my custody case. She is honest and caring...two traits I’ve found difficult to find in a lawyer. She also takes the time to really listen to you and understand ...your situation, She’s very knowledgeable and truly seems to have her client’s best interest at heart.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce/Custody

To one of the best attorney's who exercised sensitivity, compassion and knowledge in handling my divorce/custody case. Ms McKenzie is knowledgeable and is interested in what's in the best interest of the children. In addition, Ms Mckenzie also understands the emotional impact of this process and was ...readily available to provide understanding and care during one of the most tumultuous time in my life...for that I am thankful!

Posted by anonymous | October 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best attorney

Ms. McKenzie is the best one of all attorneys I hired. She is committed, compassionate, and caring about my case. I am very happy and satisfied working with her.

Posted by Adrienne sharpe fearrington | March 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer ever

I am beyond grateful to have hired Patricia for an extremely complicated immigration experience I’ve gone through here in America . She was extremely empathetic, she eased my mind when I was going through some rough moments during my transition out here , and she showed true passion for her work , wh...ich is very hard to come by - especially to the degree of what my case involved. Her staff was amazing as well . I wouldn’t recommend any other lawyer but her - she’s very supportive with her clients and is highly skilled when it comes to complicated situations . She goes above and beyond what she’s required to do , you can’t go wrong with hiring her .

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Patricia Annaleece McKenzie Edwards's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Urbina-Pabon

Immigration lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very compassionate advocate for her clients."

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Miguel Debon

Immigration lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney McKenzie is a zealous and dedicated advocate for her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable as to both the law and the local judges. When Attorney McKenzie is on the other side of the case I always know I have to bring my A game."

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Kelly Case

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I routinely consult with Pat on my most of the cases I handle. She is extremely knowledgable and practices with a lot of common sense. She is well versed in many areas of law and has a background that lends itself so well to practicing family law. I highly endorse her!"

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Dorothy Sachs

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Patricia McKenzie for several years. She always embodies the compassion and professionalism that we all aspire to as lawyers. She has been a family law attorney for many years, and I don't hesitate to refer her clients."

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Jason Haber

Unknown lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Blank

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Davis

Litigation lawyer

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Miguel Debon

Family lawyer

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Christa Dunsmore

General practice lawyer

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Maria Zamora

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Founder/Attorney/Mediator, Synergy Law and Mediation, LLC

2019 - 2023

Partner, Meriwether and Tharp, LLC

2009 - 2019

Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Patricia A. McKenzie

2008 - 2011

Part Time Attorney - Family Law Clinic, Atlanta Legal Aid - Gwinnett

Associations

2024 - Present

Georgia Association of Women Lawyers

Vice President of Membership

2013 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2017 - 2018

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

President, Gwinnett Chapter

2014 - 2014

Georgia Assiciation of Women Lawyers

Leadership Academy Alumni Class of 2014

2013 - 2016

Georgia Assiciation of Women Lawyers

Leadership Committee - 2014-2015

Education

2007

Nova Southeastern University - College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Georgia State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Beginning Lawyers Program

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

Publications

2007

31 NOVA L. REV. 355 NOWHERE TO RUN: CUSTODY, RELOCATION, AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN FLORIDA

Languages

English

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