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

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Candace | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Child Custody

Pandora is absolutely amazing. She definitely deserves a high rating! Tiffany, her legal assistant too. She is very truthful, loyal and told me exactly what to expect. She was more prepared for my case than I was. She not only won my case she called me twice afterwards to make sure I was ok. I would ...hire her over and over again. She hit them where it hurts! Tiffany became a friend that I could trust and Pandora became an inspiration to me. She presents herself well, in court, she is one tough and knowledgeable attorney!!

Posted by Nancy | September 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Pandora represented me in my divorce. She and her staff are professional and very experienced. But most importantly, they helped me through a very difficult time by supporting me and being understanding. We just had my final hearing and to say I was pleased with the outcome would be an understatement.... Pandora fought for me and got results! I would highly recommend Pandora Palmer !

Posted by Katie | February 18, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Pandora is a fantastic advocate!

Pandora has been my divorce attorney in a VERY difficult case for the last year. If not for her, my FAR more wealthy opponent would have railroaded me and left me with nothing. Pandora was always very honest with me and ensured that I felt prepared for any upcoming hearings. She is a very kind and in...volved person, and having been her client for a year now, I have always felt important to her. She is much more than the typical attorney, very professional, even when faced with the most frustrating opposing counsel. If you are looking for an attorney who operates with integrity and can still get the job done, you won't regret hiring her.

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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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Christopher Chapman

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John Webb

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Jordan Van Matre

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory Futch

Family lawyer

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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