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Steven Kennedy Kirson
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About Steven
Biography
My practice is devoted exclusively to family law. I know that each of my clients is going through one of the toughest times in his or her life, and I use my experience and approach to guide them through the process to get the best result possible under their circumstances. I've handled on complex litigation involving significant financial assets and closely held businesses, and have been lead counsel in jury trials and divorce trials involving child custody as well as all the rest of the issues that come from a divorce or other family law actions. I listen, so I know what is important to my clients. I also prepare prenuptial agreements and have litigated to have these agreements either enforced or alternatively to have them set aside.
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Steve joined Kessler & Solomiany as a Senior Attorney in 2014 after practicing family law with Warner, Bates, McGough, McGinnis & Portnoy for many years. He is AV Preeminent rated by Martindale Hubbell for legal ability and ethical standards, the highest rating possible. Since 2014 Steve have been listed among the Top Family Law Attorneys as published in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Steve and his wife Amy live in Buckhead with their son Harris, a cum laude graduate of The Westminster Schools and a student at the University of Georgia, and their rescue dog. The family enjoys health and fitness, travel, and are active Braves and college football fans.
Steve graduated from Cornell University in 1986 with a B.S. and after working in Human Resources for a Fortune 500 corporation earned his law degree from Tulane University in 1992, graduating cum laude.
Top award-winning family lawyer in Georgia. The experience you need and the best results possible.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 33 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Kessler & Solomiany, LLC
Fax
101 Marietta Street, Suite 3500, Atlanta, GA, 30303
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Fax
267 West Wieuca Road, Suite 203, Atlanta, GA, 30342
ksfamilylaw.com/attorneys/steven-kirson/Steven Kennedy Kirson's Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Efficient & Effective support you can Trust
Steve represents hall of fame athletes, but he never treated my case as less important than those of his famous clients. He is knowledgeable and strategic -- right away, he assessed the facts of my case, he worked with me to develop a case strategy, and then he executed upon it with precision and e...
Posted by Sean | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Top Notch Attorney
As a small business owner I wanted to assure I was properly protecting my company and its employees as I pursued personal goals. I was referred to Steven by my General Counsel. Steven was professional while being very personable. He guided me through the legal concerns I had while also providing pr...
Steven Kennedy Kirson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Steve for many years and had the added privilege of working with him. Steve is a highly-skilled domestic relations lawyer who is a detail-oriented, yet pragmatic professional. Steve has a strong commitment to the zealous representation of his clients."
"Steve is an excellent family law attorney. I have acted as mediator for several cases with Steve and was impressed with his knowledge of the law and his ability to represent his clients aggressively while keeping a good working relationship with opposing counsel."
"Steve is an exceptional attorney. His legal ability and professional ethics are beyond reproach. He understands that family law is a very special area of the law in which to practice. He has the ability to counsel his clients through one of the most frightening times of their lives and advocate for them, without taking on their emotions or becoming adversarial. He understands that settling these cases is almost always in the best interests of his clients and their children, and in addition to being a skilled litigator, he is a creative and effective negotiator."
"Steve is smart, practical, and great at analyzing an issue from all angles. He is an excellent advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve has an excellent understanding of the law, is well prepared and represents his clients zealously."
"I endorse Steven. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2022
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2020
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2019
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2018
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2017
Top Lawyers in Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2016
Top Lawyers in Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2015
Top Lawyers in Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2014
Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Young Alumni Volunteer of the Year, Tulane Alumni Association
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Kessler & Solomiany, Family Law Attorneys
1900 - Present
Partner, Kessler & Solomiany, LLC
2014 - 2017
Senior Attorney, Kessler & Solomiany LLC
2003 - 2014
Attorney, Warner, Bates, McGough, McGinnis & Portnoy
1996 - 2003
Financial Advisor, UBS Financial Services, Inc.
1993 - 1996
Associate, Ford & Harrison
1992 - 1993
Associate, Masterman, Culbert & Tully, LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Fiduciary Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate SectionMember
2010 - Present
Charles Longstreet Weltner Family Law American Inn of CourtBarrister
2003 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Family Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2008 - 2009
Temple Sinai Board of Trustees and BrotherhoodCo-chair
2006 - 2008
Tulane Athletics Fund Advisory BoardBoard Member
2005 - 2007
Wesley Bohler Neighborhood AssociationFounding Board Member and Treasurer
1997 - 2007
Tulane Club of AtlantaPast President
Education
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Helping Emerging Growth Companies Survive a Key Shareholder's Divorce
2016
What Trust & Estate Lawyers Need to Know about Family Law
2015
Practical Aspects of Family Law Practice
2015
Family Law for Trust & Estate Lawyers
2014
Professionalism
2013
Equitable Division of Stock Options - Newman v. Patton
Languages
English