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Melody Suzanne Swilling

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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Roswell, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +9 more

11115 Houze Road, Suite 100, Roswell, GA

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About Melody

Practice Areas

12

Practice Areas

Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
LGBT+ Law 10%

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

10%
Mediation 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%
Adoption 5%

5%
Alimony 5%

5%
Arbitration 5%

5%
Family 5%

Guardian Ad Litem

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2008

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Swilling Family Law Firm, LLC

11115 Houze Road, Suite 100, Roswell, GA, 30076

swillingfamilylaw.com
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Melody Suzanne Swilling's Reviews

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Divorce & Separation (11) Lawsuits & Disputes (6) Mediation (4) Child Custody (2) Litigation (2) Criminal Defense (1) Family (1)
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Case Results (13) Advocacy (12) Recommendation (10) Professionalism (7) Responsiveness (6) Trustworthiness (6) Compassion (5) Staff & Support (5) Cost of Services (4) Character & Conduct (3) Communication Style (3) General Knowledge (3) Practice Area Knowledge (3) Free Consultations (1) Payment Plans (1)

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Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Patient and Helpful During Uncertain Time

When I needed a divorce attorney I did not know who to contact. I searched for someone in my area of town and Melody Swilling’s firm appeared. I was immediately contacted after making an online inquiry which impressed me. Within a couple days I had a consultation with Melody and during that conversat...ion I knew I would hire her for my divorce. She and her staff were very thorough and answered all my many questions. I was able to obtain my divorce within a few months. I would recommend this firm.

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable & Compassionate!

Melody was always prepared and ready to answer my many questions. My divorce didn’t start off contentious, however from the very beginning she prepared me mentally that it probably would go in that direction, she was right, unfortunately it did. No matter how trying or unbearable things got, Melody a...nd her team walked me through the very difficult divorce process and assured me that every concern I had she would address and offer advice based on my best interest. The entire process was emotionally taxing and mentally draining but she helped me navigate through it all. I’m grateful for her professionalism, expertise, care, and compassion she has shown me during this chapter in my life.

Posted by Maninder | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thanks for all the help!

Melody is not only a superior attorney, She and the members of her firm have a unique ability to “connect the dots” between the client, the disputes and the family legal quagmire. My divorce, while unique and emotional, was navigated by Melody and her staff with vigor, expertise and they provided a n...ecessary calming effect. Melody’s ability to maintain relationships with all parties involved, while keeping the best interests of her client is exemplar. My divorce required an attorney that could wade through the muddy waters of emotion and see the nuanced realities and their relationship to the legal process. She brought all of it back down to earth. My divorce included unique filings, Child and a long difficult legal road ahead with lots of lies and allegations from spouse. Wish and pray nobody falls in my shoes but if you did and can afford and ready to bring the truth, this is the right firm.

Posted by Chrissy | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hard Time Made Easier

Melody and her entire staff made a very emotional divorce easier. She was professional while also being a caring advocate for me. She listened and understood what things were very important and fought to get them for me. At all times I knew that she'd be available for me via phone or quick email and ...that every issue would be resolved. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Posted by Melanie | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

I highly recommend Attorney Melody Swilling and the firm of Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor. My divorce was an uneventful and quick process, but I knew she would be my strongest advocate if the situation changed. Melody and her staff are professional and responsive. I love that we were able to handle... almost everything online, from random questions to approvals and billing. Melody and team eliminated the drama expected in a divorce agreement and helped make this process a very positive one for me.

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Melissa Barber

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Melody as opposing counsel on a couple of cases. She is always professional and kind. Although she always zealously advocates her client's position, she is always courteous and gracious. I look forward to working with her on other cases in the future."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

2018 Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, The Millard Law Firm

Associations

Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Secretary

Atlanta Bar Association

Editorial Board

Forsyth County Bar Association

Member

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Georgia

AB - Applied Baccalaureate

Speaking Engagements

2025

OTPCLE September CLE on Equitable Caregiver Statute

CLE Presenter

2025

OTPCLE Family Law Foundations on Common Financial/investment accounts

CLE Presenter

Publications

2020

The Atlanta Lawyer Find Good Trouble this November: Reflections on John Lewis and the Voting Rights Act
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