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Lani G Skipper
also known as Noelani G. Skipper
About Lani
Biography
I have a varied civil litigation and mediation practice located in Paulding County, GA. I take cases in the West Georgia (Paulding, Douglas, Carroll, Haralson and Polk Counties) and Cobb County areas. I have been practicing for 21 years and previously held the position of the County Attorney for Paulding County, Georgia. I am also a registered Mediator and Arbitrator and I handle a wide variety of cases as a Mediator.
I am licensed to practice in the Superior Courts of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court, the United States Federal District Court for the Northern District of Georgia; the 11th Circuit Court and the Supreme Court of the United States
In addition to practicing law, I work with several charitable organizations including children's hospitals, PTO, and literacy projects. I am an avid University of Georgia Bulldawg fan. I am married with a wonderful son and I enjoy spending time with family.
As a lawyer, I strive to give my clients quality, attentive representation that is efficient and compassionate. I look forward to speaking with you about your legal needs.
Practice Areas
12
Practice Areas
Family
45%
29 years | 100 cases
Mediation
20%
20 years | 1,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
10%
29 years | 100 cases
State, Local, and Municipal Law
10%
29 years | 3 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Georgia for 28 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Lani G. Skipper Law LLC
100 W Griffin St Ste 200, Po Box 2990, Dallas, GA, 30132-4137
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Posted by #JusticeForMilan | August 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Devastating
My experience with Guardian ad Litem Lani Skipper was devastating to my family. Despite a court order requiring her to submit written reports, she produced none. She ignored multiple abuse disclosures, not only from her own minor client (my daughter), but also from mental health professionals, DFCS, ...
Posted by Pam | April 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Do Not Recommend
Lani Skipper served as the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in my custody case, and I cannot in good conscience recommend her. I do not believe she acted in the best interest of my daughter, which is a fundamental responsibility of a GAL. I deeply regret agreeing to her appointment in this role and wholeheart...
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Exceptional
Ms. Skipper handled my child support case with professionalism, respect and honesty. She was realistic about my situation and upfront with her opinion of the outcome. In the end, I was very pleased with her responsiveness and the dedication she put forth to my case.
Posted by Roger | July 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
County Commissioner
Lani is an excellent representative of the Legal Profession, She is is Honest, Caring. And very knowledgeable. She represented me and I never questioned her work or advise.
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent legal counsel
Skipper law took the time to thoroughly answer my legal questions. Ms. Skipper was very prompt and very effective and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anybody needing legal assistance. Her patience with seemingly endless questions was commendable. I felt completely represented.
Lani G Skipper's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lani is a top notch mediator and attorney. I endorse her without reservation."
"Lani is a skilled mediator with an extensive knowledge of the law who effectively mediates cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. She's great to work with and represents her clients well"
Lisa Johnson
State, local, and municipal law lawyer | Jun 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Skipper is extremely knowledgeable in many areas of law. She is caring and dedicated to seeking the truth. Ms. Skipper never hesitates to help a colleague with her knowledge of the law. If I was ever in need of representation, Ms. Skipper would be my top pick. She is an all around great and compassionate person."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lani is a wonderful attorney who cares about her clients. She knows how to work toward finding creative solutions in difficult cases. She also knows how to handle herself in Court. I recommend Lani to anyone."
"I have known Lani Skipper through most of my legal career from her time as Associate Judge in Juvenile Court and then on multiple cases wherein she was a guardian ad litem. I have respect for her skills as a lawyer, and as a person she is dependable and forthright. I endorse Lani with no hesitation. If I could choose more than one practice area, I would, but the avvo form does not allow me to choose more."
Experience
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner/Attorney, SkipperLaw, LLC
2004 - 2012
Guest Lecturer for Children in the Law, University Of Georgia School Of Law
2002 - 2015
Associate Judge/Judge Pro Tem, Paulding County Juvenile Court
1998 - 2018
Paulding County Attorney for Paulding Board of Commissioners, Paulding County Superior Court / Paulding Judicial Circuit
1997 - 2017
Attorney, Talley, Richardson & Cable, PA
Associations
2002 - Present
International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA)Member
2000 - Present
U.S.O.Volunteer
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Association of County Commissioners of GeorgiaCounty Attorney Member
1997 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1996 - Present
Paulding County Bar AssociationMember, former President
2004 - 2008
State Bar of Georgia Unauthorized Practice of Law CommitteeSecretary
2002 - 2015
American Judges AssociationMember
2000 - 2002
Paulding County Bar AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Derby Properties v. J.W.Watson, Tax Commissioner
Won a Summary Judgment and won the appeal at the Georgia Court of Appeals
Shearin v. Wayne Davis and Co., et. al.
Appealed to Ga. Ct. of Appeals, resulted in change to GA law.
Education
1997
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
ACCG Conference
Georgia Open Records
Publications
2007
Lawyer Monthly
Government Contracts and the use of Eminent Doman
Languages
German
English
Activity
Legal Answers