Debbie C. Pelerose

Debbie C. Pelerose

4.4
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 41 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +3 more

132 Forest Avenue, Marietta, GA

About Debbie

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 41 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1984

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Debbie Crosby Pelerose, P.C.

132 Forest Avenue, Marietta, GA, 30060

Debbie Crosby Pelerose, P.C.

Mailing Address, PO Box 5208, Marietta, GA, 30061

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Debbie C. Pelerose's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

...SHE ADDS STRESS, ANXIETY AND DRAINS YOUR POCKETS!

Be prepared to be charged outrageous amounts, do your own leg work (when it comes to the reason you hired a lawyer in the first place: to get proper documents from outside parties & proper due dates) and pray she does what she says she is going to do in a timely manner...then you might get the result...s you need. She seemed too busy for my case (after being paid over $30,000.00), she hardly returned calls & when paperwork was due she never submitted it for the judges signature. I called her office multiple times, they said she was on vacation. I was beyond frustrated with her, her staff & their lack of knowledge. I would never recommend her to represent me or anyone else I know. Horrible experience.

Posted by Catherine | November 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Getting my Life Back!!!

I am so appreciate for Mrs. Pelerose representation of me during my Divorcee proceedings! My case was a very difficult one and she gave me the right advice and information on every twist and turn. I am so thankful for her and her team! I now can move on and start me life over!!

Posted by Jonathan | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding in all aspects

I highly recommend Ms. Pelerose. After unsuccessfully using two previous lawyers for a rather complex family law issue and fraud by the opposition, Ms. Pelerose navigated the complex issues within both family law and civil fraud and resolved the case to my satisfaction. Ms. Pelerose listened to my co...ncerns, worked well with the other professionals I hired and provided correct legal advice essential to resolving this problem to my satisfaction. Again, highly recommended. I would not hesitate to hire Ms. Pelerose in the future.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2015 | Child Custody

Wins every time

Debbie Pelerose is the only attorney I have EVER trusted and would always use. I have retained Debbie Pelerose off and on since 2002. Every time we had a hearing for contempt, custody, child support modifications, contempts and more contempts, Debbie ensured my case was handled professsionally and... in the best interest of my children. She always did her best to try to mediate, settle, etc to avoid extended court costs, time, stress, and anxiety. She is ALWAYS professional in her interactions even when dealing with not so professional people. I must say, she won EVERY time we went to court which has been at least 13 times. If you have children involved, she will hands down ensure the best outcome for them. Almost every time she won my attorney fees as well. Awesome attorney.

Posted by Samuel | April 21, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

The Best There Is!

If there were more than 5 stars, I'd give them! In fact even with just 5 stars, I give Debbie Pelerose 20. Debbie Pelerose handled my recent divorce wonderfully. She demonstrated extreme professional skill, constantly kept me advised me of what was going on, kept me "in the loop" for all decisions, ...showed concern for me as a person, and made me feel every confidence in her and in working with her. Along the way I came to feel comfortable with Ms. Pelerose not simply as my attorney but rather as someone I could trust and rely upon just as I could a friend. That trust was not misplaced. I cannot recommend her too highly and have already done so. As an aside, Ms. Pelerose was recommended to me by a friend who is an attorney himself after I asked "Who would you go to in my situation?". He immediately and without any further thought said Debbie Pelerose. That in itself is high praise and again shows the exemplary quality of Ms. Pelerose as an attorney and a person.

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Volunteer of the Year Award, Cobb Justice Foundation & Legal Aide, Cobb County

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Principal, Debbie Crosby Pelerose, P.C.

1988 - 1992

Attorney, Hanna & Pelerose, P.C.

1984 - 1988

Attorney, L. Lynn Hanna & Associates

1983 - 1984

Law Clerk, Harrison & McGarity

Associations

1993 - Present

Cobb Justice Foundation

Founding Member

1988 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Member

1984 - Present

Cobb County Bar Associations

Member

1984 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1984 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1984 - 2004

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

Education

1984

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Emory University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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