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  • Marietta, GA
  • Licensed for 37 years
Diana Whipkey Young
Diana Whipkey Young
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About Diana

Need a high quality divorce lawyer? Call Diana Young!

Diana Whipkey Young has been helping clientsand providing excellent service for over 31 years. She grew up in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia.  Ms. Young is well known and respected by judges and fellow lawyers. She cares about her clients and finds it rewardng to help each and every one of them,  Her dedication and devotion to her clients is  there throughout the entire case and until the case is completed.

 

Ms. Young graduated from the University of Georgia law school cum laude and at the top of her class in 1983.  Her undergraduate degree was from the University of Georgia where she graduated magna cum laude with general honors.  She first worked in the prosecutor's office where she honed her skills as a trial lawyer, trying a huge number of non-jury and jury trials.

 

Thereafter, she worked for a local law firm as an associate and then as a partner. She then formed her own firm which is now known as The Young Law Firm.  Her clients have included thousands of  individuals facing traffic and criminal charges, involved in divorces, child custody matters, legitimations, family violence charges, modifications, contempt, and other domestic matters, and those injured.  She also represents businesses involved in civil  disputes.

 

She is involved in charitable and community service organizations and believes in giving back to her community.  

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Practice areas

OtherCriminal defensePersonal injuryChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 20%

    Well known and highly respected Cobb County attorney helping clients compassionately and thoroughly get through their divorce for over 30 years.

    38 years, 30,000 cases

  2. Child custody: 20%

    Long time and highly regarded attorney providing compassionate legal representation in custody disputes.

    38 years, 20,000 cases

  3. Personal injury: 20%

    Metro Atlanta personal injury lawyer representing individuals who have been injured. and striving to get the best outcome for her clients.

    38 years, 30,000 cases

  4. Criminal defense: 20%

    Metro Atlanta lawyer representing individuals charged with crimes and traffic offenses and working diligently to help her clients minimize the impact of the charges they are facing.

    38 years, 30,000 cases

  1. Family: 20%

    Highly skilled and accomplished Cobb County family law attorney who works hard to obtain the best possible results for her clients.

    65,531 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Diana Whipkey Young Attorney at Law

800 Kennesaw Avenue
Suite 340
Marietta, GA, 30060-7945

Website
http://www.dianawhipkeyyoung.com/ 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    GAActive Member in Good Standing 198304/18/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers46
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
    Honor Society MemberPhi Kappa Phi1980
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Founding partnerThe Young Firm1997 - Present
    Attorney/PartnerHICKS, MARSH, CASEY AND YOUNG, P.C.1985 - 1997
    Assistant SolicitorCobb County Solicitor's Office1983 - 1985
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Daughters of the American RevolutionMember2014 - Present
    Cobb County Bar Association, Women of the Bar SectionN/A2012 - Present
    Cobb County Bar AssociationMember, Trustee and Editor1985 - Present
    State Bar of GeorgiaMember1983 - Present
    American Bar AssociationN/AN/A
    Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney MemberN/A
    Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionAttorney MemberN/A
    Cobb County Republican Women's ClubMemberN/A
    Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Cobb County Magistrate Seminar HandbookHow to Avoid Civil Liability in Bad Check Case1991
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Georgia School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1983
    University of Georgia, AthensA.B.1980
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Malicious Prosecution SeminarCivil liability in Bad Check Cases2003
    Monthly meetingEstate PlanningN/A
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    State v. Brown, Cobb Co. State CourtMy client was acquitted of all charges.
    State v. RhodesMy client was acquitted.
    State v. Pro, Superior Court of Cobb CountyClient acquitted
    Richards v. Summerour-Cobb County Superior CourtMy client was awarded custody of his son.
    Stone-personal injury-car accidentMy client awarded $37,000.
    Drunk Pedestrian Hit by Drunk DriverSettled for $100,000
    Client hit by hit and run driverCase settled for close to $200,000

    Reviews

    (35)
    5 Star
    		89%
    4 Star
    		3%
    3 Star
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    2 Star
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    1 Star
    		9%
    Review Diana Young

    The Ultimate Lawyer - professional, thorough, and determined to provide the best representation possible

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    Where can I begin? Bottom Line - I have my son due to Ms. Young. I was referred to Ms. Young by another Lawyer's Office who felt that they would have difficulty winning my very, very nasty child custody case. I am a journalist who is well-trained in reading body language and catching someone in lies, but I was nothing compared to Ms. Young. I can say that she completely blew me away. She used her vast experience as a criminal lawyer with my child custody case, catching so many things that I missed, turning everything back on the opposing party, and making it obvious to everyone in the courtroom that my son was taken under false pretense. Ms. Young is extremely professional and very thorough. She presented numerous exhibits to back up our claims; again demonstrating that I should get custody of my son. When the day was done, I not only won custody of my son and got everything that I asked for, the judge rejected the opposing party’s request for a guardian enlighten and didn’t even speak about visitation prior to slamming down the gavel. I couldn’t have asked for better representation. I could go on and on and on. I wish I could add my contact information here so anyone who wanted to hear more could call. Bottom line - If I ever, ever need a lawyer for anything, I will most definitely hire Ms. Young! If you need a lawyer that is going to provide the best representation possible, regardless of the situation, then you need Diana Young.

    Diana is Awesome! I highly recommend her.

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    Diana was Awesome! She represented me in a divorce and estate planning and provided great advice. She is very professional and skilled and I know the saying is there are no winners in a divorce but in this case I WON! I highly recommend her and she is very fair with bilings and collections. You couldnt go wrong with her.

    Worthy of 6 Star Review!

    Posted by

    Diana Young and Kellie Morgan were very professional!!!! I am so grateful that I made the decision to have Mrs. Young represent me as my divorce lawyer. This was the most difficult time in my life and they both kept me informed throughout the entire process. If you need a divorce lawyer, I highly recommend Mrs. Young!!!!
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    Family Law

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    I had a great experience. Diana was very well equipped to provide me the best defense. Highly recommended
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    She's the right person for you

    Posted by

    Diana helped me with a painful divorce. There were times I just sat in my chair and grinned as she took care of business and really made my case clear to opposing counsel. She is smart and has tremendous knowledge and will also educate others along the way. Don't go to court without her, I wont ever again. She is the right person to resolve your divorce.
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    Very helpful

    Posted by

    Ms. Diana Young was very helpful and through in the grueling process of my divorce. She was quick to respond to the many questions I had through the whole process. Ms. Young listened at what I wanted as an end result and even went as far as helping communicate so we could get what was needed done. I was very thankful to have her in my corner this last year as I went through my divorce. Also very upfront about all information and explaining what needs to happen.
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    Hands down the BEST lawyer in GA

    Posted by

    My name is Gary and I contacted Mrs. Young through this website and that was the BEST choice I ever made. From our first consultation to the final hearing she has been very professional and understanding with my entire case. I was going through a very bad child custody case with my ex wife and sinice I live in another state, I needed a good family law attorney that was well versed in Georgia state laws. Mrs Young really help me through a hard time in my life and as a result of her hard work, I was able to gain custody of my 2 boys. She made me comfortable with all the decisions that were made and talked me through each step of the process, while always maintaining a professional demeanor. I can't begin to say how thankful I am for her hardwork and it was my pleasure to have her as my attorney.
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    Personal matter

    Posted by

    I contacted Diana after being referred to her. It concerned a personal matter involving filing with a government agency. Although others suggested legal involvement Diana advised the process that would take place and offered guidance. I've got the process moving and will see how it moves forward. If I need more help I will certainly use her.
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    Great job and outcom

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    Diana handled my personal injury case after an accident. She handled all matters with the insurance company, the doctors and hospital. I was kept updated during the process and got a fair settlement. I would use her again and recommend her.
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    Personal Injury

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    Did a wonderful job with a personal injury case. Always returned my phone calls and got a quick and fair settlement.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Elizabeth Lane, Criminal defense Attorney on May 31, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Diana has been a well respected attorney in Cobb County for many years. She is an excellent litigator and represents her clients with enthusiasm and zeal. I would recommend Diana to handle any criminal matter.

    Tina Richards, Family Attorney on Sep 24, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Diana Young is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services.

    Dirk Derrick, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer for her practice in personal injury!

    Robert Webb, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 18, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer. Diana is a tenacious advocate for her clients. She is effective in the courtroom. Very knowledgeable and well respected by all area Judges and lawyers.

    Damon Bivek

    I endorse this lawyer.

    John Lyle, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have referred serious criminal defense cases to Diana and the clients have had good things to say about her.

    J. Sharpe, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Diana knows the law and how to get the best results for her clients. She has an inside track in that she is married to a Cobb County Police Officer. I'm sure that this "inside" information is helpful to her when representing her clients. I recommend her without reservation.

    Clifford Miller, Criminal defense Attorney on May 26, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Based on viewing this lawyer's answers to questions on AVVO, I endorse her.

    Sandra Dawson, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Jack Klein, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Diana Young. She is a fellow member of the Cobb County Bar Association and I have seen her handle many cases before the Courts of Cobb County with courtesy to her clients and the utmost in professionalism and competency.

    Tina Richards, Family Attorney on Sep 24, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Diana Young is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services.

    Elizabeth Lane, Criminal defense Attorney on May 31, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Diana has been a well respected attorney in Cobb County for many years. She is an excellent litigator and represents her clients with enthusiasm and zeal. I would recommend Diana to handle any criminal matter.

    Bert Cohen, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 14, 2008
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Diane Young for many years. She is an excellent lawyer. She is always prepared and very dedicated to doing a great job for her clients. Her reputation in the legal community here is excellent. She is a superb choice for anyone needing legal services.

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