Daniele C. Johnson

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Daniele C. Johnson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

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

707 Whitlock Avenue, Suite E17, Marietta, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Daniele

Biography

Law Offices of Daniele Johnson

I will always proceed with your child's best interest in mind.

I strike a healthy balance between aggressive strategy and practicality to help you identify and reach your goals.

Working to get you and your children safe so that you can start living the life you deserve.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

28 years

50%
Child Custody 30%

28 years

30%
Alimony 10%

28 years

10%
Child Support 5%

28 years

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 3%

28 years

3%
Domestic Violence 2%

28 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 24 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2001

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 28 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1997

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Daniele Johnson, LLC

707 Whitlock Avenue, Suite E17, Marietta, GA, 30064

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Daniele C. Johnson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, transparent, and focused on resolution

I appreciated the pragmatic and grounded approach Daniele brought to the process. From the beginning, the focus was on working toward resolution rather than escalating the situation through unnecessary litigation. We went through two rounds of mediation and ultimately also appeared in court. At ev...ery stage, she took the time to walk me through my options and what I could realistically expect. When it came time to advocate in mediation and in court, she was clearly well prepared and handled opposing counsel effectively, including an unexpected participant who became involved late in the process. On a human level, both Daniele and Cathrine, her paralegal, were a real source of support during what was a very stressful time. They made themselves available even for unscheduled calls when things became difficult, helping me process what was happening and stay focused. I also valued the transparency around billing. Legal processes like this can be unpredictable, but retainers, pricing, and invoicing were always clear and straightforward, and there were never any surprises. All filings were completed on time, and both mediation and court appearances were handled with professionalism and preparation. Throughout the process, the overall approach emphasized fairness, integrity, realism, and the avoidance of unnecessary escalation.

Posted by Abigail | June 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best lawyer in Georgia

I could not be happier with my experience working with Attorney Daniele Johnson and her team. At 8 months pregnant the father of my child petitioned for FULL custody of my unborn child maliciously simply because he was far more financially superior than me. Daniele always listened to me thoroughly an...d patiently, I was comfortable telling her very personal details towards my case. I am forever grateful that she made me and babies safety, health and peace the top priority from beginning to end. The entire process went extremely smooth thanks to Daniele and her team’s professionalism. During our hearing Daniele was very sharp and handled everything extremely well and impeccably, I felt comfortable and well protected the entire time. I 1000% recommend Daniele as a family lawyer because she is informative, knowledgeable, compassionate, and all around great at what she does, she’s the best! Everything I asked for and hoped for got granted. Her team was also a true pleasure to work with, they never lacked communication. My family and I will never forget Daniele and everything she has done to protect us in our most vulnerable time. Once again, thank you Daniele! -Abigail

Posted by Anthony | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding Legal Expertise and Client Care

We had the pleasure of working with the Law Offices of Daniele Johnson, LLC, and can confidently say that their services exceeded all our expectations. From the initial consultation to the resolution of our case, Daniele Johnson and staff demonstrated unparalleled professionalism, expertise, and dedi...cation. One of the standout qualities of Daniele Johnson is her exceptional ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a way that is both clear and understandable. She took the time to thoroughly explain every aspect of our case, ensuring that we were informed and comfortable with the legal process. This level of transparency and patience is rare and greatly appreciated. In addition to her impressive legal acumen, Daniele Johnson showed a genuine commitment to our case. Her and her team were always responsive to our inquiries and took a proactive approach to ensure that every detail was addressed. Their strategic thinking and meticulous preparation were evident in every aspect of their work, leading to a successful outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend the Law Offices of Daniele Johnson, LLC to anyone in need of top-notch legal representation. Daniele’s expertise, combined with her compassionate approach, makes her a standout choice for anyone seeking reliable and effective legal counsel. Thank you, Daniele Johnson, for your outstanding work and for making what could have been a stressful experience remarkably smooth and positive.

Posted by Rosalind | June 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

It was such a pleasure to work with Daniele while navigating through my divorce process. Her many years of experience afforded me the opportunity to feel comfortable with her guidance while working through the unique challenges that were presented. I admired her professionalism, composure and great... work ethic. She always exuded confidence, patience with me and was communicative while involving me in every step. All in all, my divorce journey was a positive experience because of her and I highly recommend her for your family law issues.

Posted by James | August 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Sound advice

Thank you Daniele for taking over my case and giving me sound legal advice while breaking things down were I could understand them and make the right choices for me, you are my first call for all my legal matters! James

Daniele Johnson

Replied last August 26, 2023

Thank you James. It was my pleasure.

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Daniele C. Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Victoria Collier

Family lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Daniele is an excellent lawyer who will always put her client's interests first, not afraid to get tough and go to court. She is compassionate and loves helping people through very difficult times in their lives. I highly recommend her if you are considering a separation or divorce."

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Amber Saunders

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Daniele is easy to work with, extremely knowledgable and a fierce advocate for the rights of her client. I highly recommend working with her on a matter or referring your family law cases to her."

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Stephanie Dixon

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Johnson is a very skilled attorney in the area of family law and well respected by her peers in the Atlanta legal community."

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Michael Birchmore

Child custody lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although I have not had the pleasure of working with Ms. Johnson, it is clear from the answers she provides on Avvo that she is a very capable and skilled attorney. I am happy to endorse her."

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Peggy Brown

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Daniele Johnson is an admirable attorney. We worked diligently on opposing sides to settle a case, and she was a pleasure to work with. Because of her integrity, competence, and fairness, we were able to settle the case fairly for our clients and saved them much time and money. Daniele is well-spoken, fair, and honest and makes a great attorney."

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Sean Whitworth

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Daniele on multiple occasions and on every occasion she is not only extremely prepared and thorough in her work she is highly knowledgeable as well. I wholeheartedly recommend her."

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Scott Bushnell

Child custody lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Ms. Johnson as both a guardian ad litem on a case and she is thorough and conscientious. I highly recommend her."

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Rebecca McLaws

Family lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked closely with Daniele many years ago at a family law firm. Daniele was and is very knowledgeable in the area of family law. the highest compliment a lawyer can give is to refer a client to another lawyer. I would absolutely refer a client to Daniele because I trust her and know she brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice."

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Julie Ernst-Fortin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Daniele for years and worked with her on cases many times, I have always known Daniele to fight for her clients' rights and best interests, give solid, straight-forward advice, and assist clients in making the best choice for their lives and resources. She holds her ground with opposing counsel, yet is sensitive with clients during emotionally difficult times. She helps clients stay focused on the big picture and their individual long-range goals."

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James Welborn

General practice lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Daniele Johnson became associated as “of counsel” to the Law Offices of Palmer, Reifler & Associates, P.A. on August 1, 2005. Ms. Johnson represents the interests of our firm and clients in Georgia as well as directing all litigation in Georgia on our clients’ behalf. As I am responsible for hiring “of counsel” attorneys and have the most contact with them, I have had the pleasure and opportunity to interact with Daniele on a frequent basis. Daniele has never failed to impress me with her professionalism, her work ethic, her unwavering professional ethics and the timeliness and quality of her work product."

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Jennifer Pinson-Harvey

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Johnson is a smart and compassionate family law attorney. She truly cares about her clients and is particularly outstanding in issues involving children and their best interests. I would highly recommend her."

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Justin Wyatt

Family lawyer

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Victoria Collier

Elder law lawyer

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Amber Saunders

Family lawyer

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Stephanie Dixon

Family lawyer

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Jacquelyn Luther

Family lawyer

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Rebecca McLaws

Family lawyer

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Julie Ernst-Fortin

Mediation lawyer

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James Holmes

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

The Lawyers of Distinction Award, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo.com

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2013

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2012

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Daniele Johnson & Associates

1997 - 1999

Assistant District Attorney, Dauphin County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Atlanta Lawyers Club

Co-chair-Social Committee

1999 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

2015 - 2017

Center for Family Resources Center

Board Member

2013 - 2024

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

2013 - 2023

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

2011 - 2014

Rotary Club

2010 - 2013

Transitions

2009 - 2015

Visions Anew

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sole Legal and Physical Custody

Gwinnett County granted sole legal and physical custody to my client, the Mother

Legitimation and custody

Father granted immediated visitation rights and 50/50 parenting time under a gradual increasing parenting time order.

Father's Rights

Father Granted Primary Custody

Guardian ad Litem Impeachment

Judge rejected the GAL recommendation

Family Violence Divorce

Through a heated mediation, my client settled for his entire 401(k), primary custody of the children and him having visitation "as agreed upon by the parties".

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Education

1997

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Coe College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

State Bar of Georgia CLE

Custody Considerations Seminar: Families with biracial Children

2015

Annual Retreat

Divorcing Women

2014

21st Annual Convocation on Professionalism

Professionalism

2012

Survival Weekend

Divorcing Women

N/A

Vision Anew Institute

Divorcing Women

N/A

Transitions

Family Violence Divorce

Publications

2020

State Bar of Georgia-Family Law Review: Holiday Edition The Judiciary's Role in the Advancement of Social Evolution of the Nation

2020

State Bar of Georgia: The Family Law Review-Winter Edition Know My Name: a Memoir

2017

The Huffington Post All You Need to Know About Divorce

2013

State Bar of Georgia Winter Family Law Review The Team Approach to Determining the Best Interest of Children

2012

Dear Margo Columm for October Around Walton

Languages

English

German

Activity

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