Pandora E. Palmer

Pandora E. Palmer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at McDonough, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Juvenile

One Judicial Center, Suite 340, McDonough, GA

About Pandora

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Modifications, Contempts, Adoption, Prenuptial Agreements

32 years | 500 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 20%

Drug offenses, DUI, Domestic Violence, Robbery, Assault, Battery, Traffic Offenses

32 years | 500 cases

20%
Personal Injury 15%

Automobile accidents, workman's compensation, wrongful death

32 years | 50 cases

15%
Juvenile Law 5%

Deprivation hearings, Termination of Parental Rights, Criminal/Delinquent cases

32 years | 200 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 32 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1994

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Hawaii for 24 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2001

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Henry County State Court

One Judicial Center, Suite 340, McDonough, GA, 30253

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Pandora E. Palmer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gwendolyn | December 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Not Just Results...But An Attorney Who Cares!!!

I cannot say enough about how pleased I am with Pandora Palmer and her amazing team of professionals! My divorce was a long, drawn out, grueling two year process. When I first met with Pandora, she immediately showed compassion for me and my situation. She and her paralegal, Tiffany, got right on my ...case, being thorough in researching all aspects of it. Pandora presented me with the facts of what I was facing and gave it to me straight--no sugar coating. She was honest...but with compassion. My case was handled with the utmost importance and professionalism. Phone calls, faxes, and emails were promptly returned. Meetings and correspondence was very detailed. My ex-husband had the worst attitude and behavior throughout the entire process and his attorney/team was less than professional. However, Pandora and Tiffany were firm--countered swiftly, and remained poised and professional at all times. They showed genuine care and concern for me and my minor child, and even showed the same level of care and concern for my oldest child, who is a young adult and was not being represented in the divorce for that reason. My divorce has been final for a few months now. My ex-husband and I had to be back in court just recently to address attorney's fees---Pandora got great results on that too! Should you ever be in need of an awesome attorney, who will fight for you and follow through with great results, I highly recommend Pandora Palmer and her team of professionals as your attorney...you won't regret it!

Posted by Jessica | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Pandora Palmer and Tiffany McCoy were both a great pleasure to work with during my divorce. Emails and phone calls were promptly returned and they were very professional. Although I’m sure she was working on a lot of other cases, I never felt like just a number. I was always informed and up to date. ...I’m not sure what I would have done without them.

Posted by KP | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

Ms. Pandora Palmer have been our savior in a case that could have been devastating for our family. They have been their in our time of need and we could not be more grateful and thankful towards them. The staff is very friendly and was willing to listen to our concerns. They do not work only for the... money but from their heart to save us. They work with us like a family. We highly recommend this Attorney.

Posted by Chris | October 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney

My family and I hired Ms. Palmer to assist in finalizing a legal matter that my previous attorney screwed up. She was very knowledgeable, friendly, and most of all honest. I told her what I needed and before any paperwork was signed she made sure she could deliver so there was no time wasted. Contact... between Ms. Palmer and I was always cut, dry, and to the point again cutting down on wasted time which I experienced previously. I highly recommend highering Ms. Palmer to get you through whatever issue life has presented you with, I assure you, you won't regret that you did.

Posted by Kathy | December 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Representation

I am very pleased with my experience with Pandora and her firm. She offers her clients honesty and integrity, two traits that are very important to me. I admire her ability to remain professional, even when dealing with a challenging case and a difficult opposing counsel known for his blustering an...d underhanded tactics. She was always patient in answering my many questions and concerns. I cannot thank her enough for that. Her wonderful staff, especially Warren, is efficient and courteous, returning calls and emails promptly, and always keeping me informed as to the progress of the case. While it’s unfortunate that certain situations require hiring an attorney, I’m glad to know that there are ethical and knowledgeable professionals like Pandora who will work hard to resolve the case with the best outcome for her client.

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Pandora E. Palmer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Casey Crumbley

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pandora is an excellent attorney and friend. She is a powerhouse attorney who is always in high demand. She works extremely hard and is dedicated to her clients."

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Christopher Chapman

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Pandora for more than 20 years. She is a hard working, results oriented attorney who gets results for her clients. She is very knowledgeable about the law and driven to win her cases."

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John Webb

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pandora is an excellent all round lawyer. Greatly respected by her peers and the judiciary."

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Jordan Van Matre

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pandora is one of the best lawyers in McDonough. She is professional, courteous, and has been very helpful to me as a younger lawyer. I highly recommend Pandora!"

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Gregory Futch

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pandora is one of the best attorneys in our area. She is well prepared and effective in the representation of her clients."

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Lance Owen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on numerous cases with Pandora over the past 20 years. Pandora is well versed in family law. She takes the time learn the facts of her client's case, to interview her client's witnesses, to investigate the contentions of the other party and to adequately prepare for hearings and trials. She and I actually had a conversation this morning wherein I commended her on the form of and the accuracy of the information contained in the Settlement Agreements and Orders that she prepares. Pandora and her staff are extremely conscientious. I would endorse Pandora and her firm to handle any family law matter."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2018

10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Outstanding Public Service, Pro Bono Project of the State Bar of Georgia

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Judge, Henry County State Court

2012 - 2018

Owner, Pandora E. Palmer, P.C.

2011 - 2012

Partner, Smith, Welch, Webb, & White, LLC

2004 - 2011

Partner, Smith, Welch, & Brittain, LLP

Associations

2018 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2018 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

2016 - Present

Towaliga Circuit Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Rockdale County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Kiwanis

Member

2010 - Present

Haven House

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Member

2005 - Present

Henry County Bar Association

President

2001 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1994 - Present

Clayton County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Turner vs. Turner, 285 Ga. 866

Case reversed & remanded

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Education

1994

Georgia State University

J.D.

1988

University of Georgia

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2016

Clayton County Bar Association CLE

Effective Trial Preparation and Presentation in Family Law Cases

2014

Henry County Chamber of Commerce Seminar

Protecting Your Assets in the Face of Life Changing Events

2009

Henry County Bar Association Fall CLE Conference

How to Present an Angel at Court When Your Client is Obviously Not!

2008

Professional Women's Network Referral Group Seminar

Managing Your Future

2007

Georgia Legal Services Program Seminar

How to Determine and Achieve the Best Results for Your Battered Client

Publications

2012

Thomson Reuters Divorce Proceedings In Georgia: What You Need to Know

2011

Thomson Reuters Inside the Minds: Witness Preparation & Examination in DUI Proceedings

Languages

English

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