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Courtney Henderson Carpenter
About Courtney
Biography
Courtney H. Carpenter is a native of Marietta, Georgia. She began her career at Meriwether & Tharp in 2011, and provides representation in all areas of the firm’s family law practice.
Courtney earned her Juris Doctor degree from Emory University School of Law. While at Emory, Courtney participated in the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society and volunteered her time at Student Legal Services, a public interest program that provides pro bono legal services to those in need in the Emory community. Additionally, Courtney worked as a research assistant to Professor Victoria F. Nourse, which allowed her to further hone her legal research and writing skills. Prior to law school, Courtney graduated magna cum laude from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, a Minor in International Affairs, and a Certification in Professional Politics.
Courtney has a passion for helping her clients through difficult times in their lives. She works diligently to obtain the best result possible for her clients based on their individual goals. Courtney is a trained Guardian ad Litem.
Courtney enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, college football, and outdoor activities.
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Licensed in Georgia for 15 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Meriwether & Tharp, LLC
506 Roswell Street NE, Suite 240, Marietta, GA, 30060
Meriwether & Tharp, LLC
145 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 300, Woodstock, GA, 30188
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Posted by Wes | March 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best CASE Divorce!
Courtney and her Team were AMAZING in my divorce process. No divorce process is easy, but if you want the BEST, retain Courtney and she will get you the best outcome!
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great law firm
Assisted me during a very stressful time in my life. Also efficiently handled a high conflict case against my child's other parent.
Posted by Rick | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Alimony
Alimony modification - termination
Ms. Carpenter was able to reduce the alimony I had been paying from $2400/mo to $0! Her attention to the details was impressive. I’ve got an attorney!
Posted by Doreen | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Took over high conflict divorce
Courtney took over my high conflict divorce when her colleague left for maternity leave. She was able to jump right in without missing a beat. She is not afraid to be tough when necessary. She carefully explained the pros and cons before making decisions. I felt well informed even if I did not al...
Posted by Sandra | March 27, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Fully satisfied client!
I hired Courtney last year around August and I'm glad I did. She has been very professional and geared in getting resolution in my divorce. She made me aware and cautious of things that I had no idea about. The great beauty of hiring a knowledgeable attorney in my divorce process. All the staff was p...
Courtney Henderson Carpenter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Wonderful Attorney within the community. Courtney has a passion for helping clients through difficult times. She's very trustworthy and hard working."
"Courtney was the opposing counsel on a divorce case that I had several years ago. She was very courteous, competent and ethical in her dealings with me. She was also a persistent and knowledgeable advocate, always doing everything she could to advance her client's cause. I endorse her without reservation for clients needing a strong, competent family law attorney."
"Courtney is a hard working and zealous advocate for her clients both inside and outside the courtroom. Her attention to detail is unmatched by other attorneys I have worked with and she is always knowledgeable about recent case law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Courtney has a reputation for diligence and attention to detail. Courtney is highly efficient in her work, and as a result, she regularly provides high quality representation in a cost effective manner."
"I know Courtney from working with her at Meriwether & Tharp. She is a dedicated well educated attorney that aggressively advocates for her clients."
"I know Courtney from her time with Meriwether & Tharp. I had the pleasure of working directly with her on a number of cases. She is hard working, diligent, and zealously advocates for her clients best interest."
"An experienced family law litigator Attorney Carpenter is well respected. I endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Courtney is a powerful advocate! She can fight a legal battle or negotiate a complex agreement, depending on what the situation demands. You can count on Courtney to do what's best for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Carpenter offers very sound, thorough and real world advice to Avvo questioners. I consider her an exceptional family law attorney and would have no reservation referring a client needing her services in the Alpharetta, GA area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Courtney is a very passionate attorney who understands the difficult positions her clients are in as they work through their divorces. Courtney is attentive to the needs of her clients and works diligently to ensure that their needs are met. Courtney is professional, courteous, and very well respected among her peers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Courtney is a smart and dedicated attorney, and it is a pleasure working with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Courtney's desire to excel and to advocate for her clients is already a credit to her future as an attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Although Courtney has not been practicing for long she is a very effective advocate for her clients."
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"Courtney is an excellent advocate for her clients. Although she may be new to the practice of family law, she has quickly adjusted to this area of law and brings a high level of skill and professionalism to each case she handles. I am happy to endorse Courtney's work."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Associate, Meriwether & Tharp, LLC
2011 - 2011
Associate, Ellerin & Associates
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, Cobb County Solicitor General's Office
2009 - 2010
Research Assistant to Victorica F. Nourse, Emory University School Of Law
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, The Woodhouse Law Firm, LLC
Associations
2013 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2010
Emory University School of Law
Juris Doctor
2006
Kennesaw State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English