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The Manely Firm, P.C. is one of the few family law firms to practice international family law. I have handled cases for families from every continent (except antarctica). I am one of only a handful of attorneys in the country to argue a family law case before The United States Supreme Court of America and the only one to represent an American citizen in a foreign nation - Costa Rica.
22 years, 100 cases
I have successfully pursued child custody cases in Georgia, around the United States and throughout the world. Knowing the law surrounding difficult custody cases is only part of the battle. Having experience at applying winning strategies and knowing the proclivities of judges from community to community and culture to culture is also key.
33 years, 1,000 cases
Divorce is difficult whether you've shared months of your life or years. The pain of love lost is almost always part of the process. At The Manely Firm, P.C. I and my attorneys aid clients in thinking through the emotional strife to make intelligent and strategic decisions to best protect and provide for themselves and their loved ones in the wake of divorce.
33 years, 1,000 cases
We only do family law. We have five attorneys, five paralegals and five legal assistants devoted totally to providing the highest level of legal services at the lowest possible price. The Manely Firm, P.C. is devoted to bridging the gap between families and justice.
33 years, 2,000 cases
I have successfully argued for child support payments above state guidelines, demonstrating special needs when appropriate. I've negotiated and recovered child support from top professional athletes, entertainers, lawyers, doctors and business executives both in Georgia and abroad.
33 years, 1,000 cases
Languages spoken
German, English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 1989 | 04/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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SOAR Award for Leadership in Public Interest Law | Georgia State University College of Law Student Public Interest Law Association | 2014 |
Law Day Keynote Speaker | Georgia State College of Law | 2013 |
Mary Beth Tinker | American University | 2004 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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CEO | The Manely Firm, P.C. | 1989 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
International Society of Family Law | Member | 2009 - Present |
Cobb County Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
State Bar of Georgia | Member | 1989 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Georgia State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Georgia State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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51st Annual Conference of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Increasing Access to Justice: The Manely Firm, P.C.s Justice Cafe | 2014 |
State Bar of Georgia Tropical Seminar | International Child Custody Cases Under the Hague Treaty on Child Abduction | 2013 |
Law Week 2013 | From Humble Beginnings: The Legal Profession, GSU College of Law and Michael Manely | 2013 |
Cobb County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | Winning at The Supreme Court of the United States | 2013 |
State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section | International Family law | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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McDermott v. McDermott,011CV199099) | Won Unanimously |
Chafin v Chafin, 133 S.Ct.1017 - 2013 | Won 9 - 0 |
Camacho v. Camacho | Won Custody in Cobb Superior Court; Won at trial level in Costa Rica; Won on Appeal to Costa Rica Supreme Court; Lost at Costa Rican Human Rights Court; Pending Appeal at the Human Rights Court of The Americas |
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Dina Khismatulina, International law Attorney on Sep 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I’ve worked with Attorney Michael Manely for three years. He has been a great resource and educator. His passion for international law is the one we share; I have been fortunate to work closely with Michael on several international family law cases with much success.
Samantha McClinton, International law Attorney on Sep 13, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. You will not find anyone who is as well-versed or knowledgeable about international family law than Michael, from start to finish, and a consummate professional.
Dina Khismatulina, International law Attorney on Sep 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I’ve worked with Attorney Michael Manely for three years. He has been a great resource and educator. His passion for international law is the one we share; I have been fortunate to work closely with Michael on several international family law cases with much success.
Samantha McClinton, International law Attorney on Sep 13, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. You will not find anyone who is as well-versed or knowledgeable about international family law than Michael, from start to finish, and a consummate professional.
William King, Family Attorney on Sep 5, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Manely is a mentor and fantastic teacher. It is incredible to watch him litigate and learn from the best. I would recommend him to anyone looking to resolve their family law issues. He is also well known for international work related to international child abductions.
Michael Lonati, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Have known this attorney for years now and he truly cares about his clients in helping them with all their family matters.
Jennifer McCall, Family Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. I work for Mr. Manely. He is a wonderful mentor and an incredible lawyer. It is quite amazing to see him in court. He is very passionate about family law and there is no one who knows more about family law than he does. Who else has won unanimously before the United Supreme Court on a family law matter? I've worked closely with him on cases. He is very caring and very strategic.
Wayne Keaton, International law Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael for many years as a friend and colleague. After 15 years in private practice, I now have the pleasure of working for the Manely Firm, Michael has a keen sense of what matters and what does not matter in Family Law. He has successfully built a practice with five locations throughout Atlanta and Savannah by tirelessly working to achieve results that work for families not to score points as an attorney. He thinks outside the box and takes seriously his role as an attorney seeking justice for families. I highly recommend Michael.
Caitlin Herndon, Family Attorney on Oct 3, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Without reservation, I endorse Michael. I have the distinct pleasure of receiving guidance from Michael, whose knowledge of family law is exceptional. He is a genuinely kind and caring person who works intelligently, strategically, and tirelessly to pursue the best possible outcome for his clients.
Wesley Wilson, Unknown Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I've had the pleasure of being mentored by Michael. Working closely with him, I've seen first hand his true passion for the field of Family Law. With 24 years of experience, I am of the belief that you cannot find a better attorney in the Atlanta metro area to advocate on your behalf. He works closely with his client's to fully understand their wants and needs, and is able to effectively communicate those concerns to the court. I fully endorse Michael Manely.
Cherese Clark, International law Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
It is not everyday that an attorney gets to work with and be mentored by a U.S. Supreme Court winner. Watching Michael in action is like watching life being pumped into family law. His approach to cases is calculated and honest which distinguishes him from the many attorneys practicing in this area. He is great at his craft and has mastered the art of lawyering! I highly recommend Michael to handle any and all domestic and INTERNATIONAL family law matters.
David Purvis, Family Attorney on Oct 1, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have the distinct privilege of being mentored by Michael. I have seen first hand Michael's prowess in the courtroom and what truly sets Michael apart is his ability to absorb his client's case and translate the client's needs into something easily understood by the court. He understands the intricacies of family law at a level that very few do.
Lindsey Harrison, Family Attorney on Oct 1, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I am proud to endorse Michael. He provides strategic, thoughtful representation to his clients while also striving to maintain a price point that remains affordable to most people. I feel fortunate to have the pleasure of working with him. His many years of experience provide him with a unique incite into the practice of family law and I am continually impressed by his calculated moves, both in setting a case up, during negotiations, and in the court room. His work on Chafin v. Chafin, which resulted in a unanimous United States Supreme Court victory, is simply one example of the extraordinary legal work that he does.
Kimberly Frye, Family Attorney on Aug 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a caring and compassionate family law attorney. He structures his office and practice to accommodate clients in crisis. He is well known not only here in Cobb County, GA, but across the US and the World for his expertise in international custody disputes. Having such a highly respected attorney handle your family law and custody situation is extremely helpful. You are in excellent and very caring hands with attorney Michael Manely.
John Smith, Family Attorney on Jan 31, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Michael brings a level of international knowledge and expertise of not only the law but of many other subjects that gives an invaluable benefit to his clients. His professional integrity and pursuit of justice are unmatched. I certainly endorse this lawyer.
Anthony Zezima, International law Attorney on Jan 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He has a great expertise in international family law issues, including recovering children from other countries.
Adam Sutton, Family Attorney on Dec 14, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Michael is THE go-to person for custody disputes with international implications. In fact, he recently argued just such a case before the United States Supreme Court. Very few attorneys can claim such an honor, especially in the field of family law.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
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