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About Clarence
Clarence O. Taylor IV is passionate about the practice of law and his ability to combine his legal experience with his background in psychology during his representation of clients.
Clarence received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Georgia in 1991. In 1998 he was awarded his Doctorate from the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services at Georgia State University. He then received his Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law in December of 2000. Clarence was admitted to the practice of law in Georgia in May, 2001 and is presently the owner of The Taylor Law Group.
After gaining significant experience with a boutique family law practice, Clarence left the firm to begin a partnership which subsequently became Clarence O. Taylor IV, P.C., and The Taylor Law Group. Presently, the Firm maintains a family law practice in Marietta and Savannah.
The Taylor Law Group is focused on the areas of divorce, contested child custody matters, child support actions, modification of child custody, support or alimony litigation and contempt issues. Clarence offers his clients tremendous insight in handling their cases by combining his psychological knowledge and legal experience.
Clarence served as a Magistrate Judge while maintaining the Firm's private law practice. Clarence's judicial experience gave him tremendous insight into the legal process, including the issuance of criminal warrants, warrant applications and small claims matters. This experience allows Clarence to better advise and help clients navigate an otherwise overwhelming and often intimidating legal system.
Clarence is a trial lawyer whose fundamental premise is honesty and integrity with both clients and the Court. He represents clients zealously and believes that parties to family law litigation are entitled to maintain the dignity and respect they enjoyed during the marriage. Clarence has tried numerous domestic cases before juries and judges, all while merging compassionate representation with zealous advocacy.
Practice areas
- Divorce and separation: 45%
Divorce services for non-contested or contested divorce cases, including necessary services to do investigations and financial discovery.
19 years
- Child custody: 35%
Child custody services including determination of joint or sole custody for legal custody or physical custody. Also custody modifications.
19 years
- Child support: 15%
Child support services for contempt due to non-payment, support modifications, and related matters.
19 years
- Family: 5%
Family Law services including adoption, guardianship, emancipation, paternity, legitimation, pre-nuptial agreements and related matters.
19 years
Languages spoken
English
Contact
707 Whitlock Avenue, Suite D-35
Marietta, GA, 30064
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2001 | 10/30/2019 |
| Legal answers | 1 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Custer-Tuggle Award | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2000 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | The Taylor Law Group, P.C. | 2004 - Present |
| Magistrate Judge | Cobb County Magistrate Court | 2008 - 2009 |
| Partner | Leonard, Rickman & Taylor, P.C. | 2003 - 2004 |
| Attorney | Huff, Woods & Hamby | 2001 - 2003 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Supreme Court Bar | N/A | 2003 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia | N/A | 2001 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section | N/A | 2001 - Present |
| Cobb County Bar Association | N/A | 2001 - Present |
| Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law Section | N/A | 2001 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia | N/A | 2001 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia | N/A | 2001 - Present |
| Cobb County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | President | 2004 - 2005 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| State Bar of Georgia publication | Blinding Still Life: Expert Eyewitness Testimony in Georgia | 2000 |
| Doctoral Dissertation, Georgia State University | Understanding Children at risk for Anti-Social Behavior: Three Neuropsychological Measures and One Behavioral Symptoms Index | 1998 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
| Georgia State University Department of Counseling and Psychological Services | PhD - Doctorate | 1998 |
| Georgia State University Department of Counseling and Psychological Services | Ed.S. | 1994 |
| Mississippi State University | MS - Master of Science | 1993 |
| University of Georgia | BS - Bachelor of Science | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Senate Subcommittee on Shared Parenting | Shared Parenting in Georgia | 2008 |
| Workshop presented at the annual convention of the South Carolina Association of School Psychologists, Myrtle Beach, SC. | Understanding of social and executive cognition in children with oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder: An investigation of executive function and frontal lobe dysfunction. | 1998 |
| Annual Convention of the National Organization of Forensic Social Workers | The effects of trauma on personality and cognitive development . Workshop presented at the annual convention of the National Organization of Forensic Social Workers, New Orleans, LA. | 1998 |
| Annual convention of the National Academy of Social Workers, Cocoa Beach, FL. | Conducting psychosocial investigations in forensic court cases. | 1996 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Mary A. Stearns, P.C. v. Williams-Murphy | Judgement affirmed for client. |
Highly professional, caring and tough when it counts.
Posted by anonymous
Fri Aug 16 2013
For a great attorney call Clarence O. Taylor IV
Posted by Corey
Sun Sep 15 2013
Attorney endorsements
(21)Tristan Morrison, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 26, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Clarence on several matters, and I have found him to be professional and extremely knowledgeable in the law. He takes time with his clients and aggressively represents them. Clarence is a client's lawyer and I recommend him with confidence.
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Real estate Attorney on Jan 24, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Military law Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Colin McCallin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 7, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in his field.
Joseph Torri, Child support Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Rosenstein, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Clarence. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Clarence has the ability to make a difference and the credibility to get the attention of the Court as well as opposing counsel. He is worthy of your trust and will earn your respect.
Anthony Hallmark, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Clarence for many years. I have battled him in the courtroom, and I have watched him battle others. He is intelligent, clever, and knowledgeable which makes him a great adversary. I fully endorse Clarence Taylor.
John Howe, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Clarence is an outstanding attorney, and is known for his zealous advocacy. He is very intelligent and knowledgeable, and also quite skilled in the courtroom. He's also very personable, which is certainly a great asset.
John Gunn, Business Attorney on Jan 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clarence is a great attorney and runs a superb firm. We've referred a number of folks to him and always had a great result. He and his team are true professionals.
Jordan Hendrick, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of working with Clarence on various family law matters in the past. He is a true professional who knows the law and how to argue it on behalf of his clients to maximum effect. Highly recommended.
Ian Falcone, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jan 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clarence is an excellent lawyer; aggressive when necessary and reasonable when appropriate. If you have a divorce or family law problem, Clarence would be an excellent choice as your attorney.
Robert Jones, Uncontested divorce Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor is personable and easy to get along with and a good lawyer.
Suzanne Hovastak, Child custody Attorney on Oct 15, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Clarence. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.I endorse this lawyer.
Jeremy Abernathy, Family Attorney on Oct 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Clarence O. Taylor has unmatched legal wit. His ability to outwork his opponents is a skill that I admire. No stones in his cases are ever left unturned. This is refreshing to know when your most precious family law issues hang in the balance. He is a lawyers' lawyer!
David Schachter, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clarence has earned a reputation as a zealous advocate on behalf of his clients and a tremendous weapon in the courtroom. He possesses a unique ability for being able to break down a case and its merits in a matter of moments as well as devising a solid roadmap for attaining victory for those he represents. He has served on the bench, prevailed in often cited family law cases, and earned the respect of his peers. I endorse Clarence without reservation.
Mitchell McKinney, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 21, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Clarence and I were opposing counsel on a case where I found that Clarence represented his client's interests in the best way. He is a consummate professional. I endorse this lawyer.
Phillip Kimbrell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 9, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clarence is one of the hardest working & determined lawyers I know. His knowledge of the law is unmatched by other lawyers in the state as is his ability to provide his clients with positive results. He is my first call when I have clients who have domestic, custody or support issues to see if he can take their case. Hands down one of the top domestic lawyers in the State of Georgia!!
Michael Carvalho, Litigation Attorney on Sep 14, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clarence is a great lawyer, a formidible opponent and powerful advocate for this clients.
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