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Laura Leigh Thompson
also known as Laura Leigh McCook
About Laura
Biography
Laura L. Thompson is a graduate from Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. She was born and raised in Statesboro, GA. She comes to the firm with an energetic and fresh approach to handling the family law and personal injury aspects of the firm. She recently got married and her and her husband moved to Newnan, Georgia where they can be close to some of their family.
Mrs. Thompson’s primary interest is in family law. She deals with adoptions, legitimations, modifications, divorces, custody, and child support issues. If it is a family law issue, she will be more than willing to help out. She also handles wills, estates, probate matters, DUI's, some real estate matters, and personal injury cases.
Thompson Office of Law gives free phone consultations and any charges made for an in person consultation are deducted from the retainer fee. Call today.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 125-225 per hour
Contingency
15%-30%
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Georgia for 13 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Thompson and Wallin L.L.C.
5 East Broad Street, Newnan, GA, 30263
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Posted by Tonya | July 01, 2013 | Family
Laura will represent you well. You will be glad that you chose her. I know I am.
My life was turned upside down when my husband decided to leave me very abruptly. My world was shattered all of a sudden. I ended up taking my exhusband to court for contempt after he did not follow through with the agreement of our divorce decree. It was a very tumultuous time in my life. I needed...
Laura Leigh Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Laura Thompson over the last four years. She is one of the finest and most professional attorneys I have known. Laura is a highly experienced and empathetic family law attorney, who has a great reputation with clients and colleagues alike. Her knowledge of Georgia Family Law and her efficiency in handling cases is unmatched. I endorse Laura without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a very hard worker and excellent attorney."
"I have known Laura for a long time both as a friend and a lawyer in the community. Not only is does she understand people and family law, but she carries herself with integrity and honor in everything she does."
"I proudly endorse Mrs. Laura Thompson as a peer in the Georgia legal community. Mrs. Thompson is thorough, diligent, thoughtful and creative. She treats her clients and fellow lawyers with respect. Mrs Thompson works to find common ground to resolve tough matters. And, when the situation calls for it, Mrs. Thompson aggressively represents her client's interests."
"I have had the honor to know Mrs. Thompson for the past four years. She is an intelligent and quick thinker who consistently goes above and beyond for her clients and excels at tasks that she is given. I would highly recommend anyone to retain her for their family law needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mrs. Thompson for approximately four years now, and during that time I have seen what a compassionate, dedicated and conscientious person she is. That compassion and dedication has served her well as an attorney. She is completely committed to her clients, and will do everything within her power to fully represent their interests. She is patient, understanding and caring, listening to the needs of those around her, while also being a highly effective advocate- a great combination. I would highly recommend Mrs. Thompson."
"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, kind, empathetic. High energy, extremely bright, and highly committed to clients."
"Ms. McCook is a fine young attorney whom I have known for several years. She cares deeply about the work that she does and the cases that she handles, and I am happy to give her my endorsement!"
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Experience
Honors
2013
Outstanding Award for Helping Low Income Clients, Georgia Legal Services
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Skinner and Thompson Office of Law
2009 - 2012
Legal Intern, Skinner Family Law
2008 - 2009
Secretary, Keith Barber, PC
Associations
2013 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitCourt of Appeals, State of Georgia
2012 - Present
Georgia Legal ServicesMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Family Law SectionFamily Law Attorney
American Bar Association
Member
Georgia State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
Georgia State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Member
Association of Women Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Helping a Family Grow
Adoption Completed
Education
2011
Mercer University-W. George L.S.
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Georgia Southern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Walter F. George School of Law
Preparing for the Georgia Bar
Publications
N/A
Our Website
www.thompsonofficeoflaw.com
Languages
English
Activity
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