Gary Morton Alembik

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Gary Morton Alembik

also known as Alembik and Alembik

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Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 37 years

Mediation Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Mediation, Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

4200 Northside Parkway NW, Building 10, Atlanta, GA

About Gary

Biography

Gary Alembik is knowledgeable, experienced and ethical.

Gary Alembik is an experienced mediator who is adept at handling complex family law matters.

Gary Alembik believes that your children's welfare should be your paramount concern.

Gary Alembik believes that your children's welfare should be your paramount concern.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Mediation 55%

36 years

55%
Divorce and Separation 20%

36 years

20%
Family 20%

36 years

20%
Child Custody 5%

36 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 37 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1988

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Alembik and Alembik

4200 Northside Parkway NW, Building 10, Atlanta, GA, 30327

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Gary Morton Alembik's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Support

Posted by Jenn | December 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Competent. Smart. Reassuring. Call him!

I chose Gary to handle my divorce; the opposing lawyer represented the Petitioner, Gary represented me as the Respondent. I hired Gary because he impressed me as being unusually knowledgeable about the process details--not just the big picture--and more important, he is calm. As a former family court... judge and now an mediator and family law attorney, I was confident he'd already experienced whatever my case would bring. I was right as he knew what to watch out for and recognized immediately what was missing from the opposing lawyer's documents. Between July and September, and prior to hiring Gary, I'd reviewed four different iterations of opposing counsel's error-filled documents. Given the dozens of repeated grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors, not to mention content errors referencing property not owned, proposed visitation schedules for 2014, and directions for filing 2016 tax returns (even though it was 2018!), I was very worried about what legal issues opposing counsel had wrong as well. Gary thoroughly reviewed the 5th version of drafts and immediately noticed opposing counsel's failure to draft the required Child Support Addendum; the incorrect format for the Settlement Agreement, multiple unnecessary details in the Parenting Plan; and the Plaintiff's improperly completed Child Support Worksheets. Gary patientily explained each step of the process so I'd know what to expect and sadly had to similarly "instruct", or perhaps remind, opposing counsel as well. Gary caught a critical error in the opposing counsel's Request for Judgement on Pleadings that contradicted all the documents already filed and would've delayed the ruling. Gary's experience and intellect was exactly what I needed to safeguard myself from the opposing counsel's continuous inattention to detail and seemingly willingness to file false documents as demonstrated by his failure to correct errors from version to version. This was an uncontested divorce (no court time) so while I cannot speak to Gary's courtroom abilities, I'm certain based on the time and thoroughness he did provide, he would have delivered exactly what was needed during a hearing. I've already asked Gary if I may refer him if asked and am very grateful to the person who referred me to him!

Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Excellent Lawyer!

Gary represented me in a modification of custody and modification of child support case. Gary is honest, knowledgeable, ethical, and caring. He has an excellent understanding of the law, is precise, detail oriented, thoroughly prepared with all documentation well in advance so there are no surprise...s, genuinely concerned about his client, is very reliable and has excellent communication and response time. Gary did an amazing job representing me. He was always thinking about what would be in my best interest. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Gary Alembik.

Posted by JD | September 03, 2009 | Child Support

Highly Recommended!

Gary Alembik first represented me and my children in my divorce/child custody case, and subsequently in a custody change and then another child support change. Mr. Alembik is extremely knowledgeable, professional, honest, kind, fair (to all parties), and handles cases with the utmost integrity. His... first priority and greatest concern has always been my children. I cannot stress the importance and relief of having an attorney sincerely serving as your child’s advocate. He has truly been a blessing to my family.

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Ellen Cordle

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary has superb legal expertise and knowledge. He is honest and fair as a judge. His colleagues have tremendous respect for him. As an opposing counsel, I respected his fierce representation even though he was on the other side. I will never come to court unprepared when Gary Alembik is involved. He is inspirational to attorneys."

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Elena Quinde

Family lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Anthony Zezima

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have noticed his answers to questions posted on this site. His comments clearly show his knowledge of family law matters as well as his genuine concern for those seeking advice on AVVO."

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Robert Tharp

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Alembik on several matters over the years. As you would expect, based upon his experience, he is an outstanding attorney that understands both the legal and personal nature of the cases he handles. What sets him apart from other attorneys, from my perspective, is his true love and passion for the law. I don't think there has ever been a time that I saw him that he did not enlighten me regarding a new case that came out or a new twist being made on an old argument. He truely loves his profession in a way that is refreshing to see. I strongly endorse his work without any reservation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Gold Champion, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

"More Than a Meal" volunteer award, Open Hand

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Partner, Alembik & Alembik

2007 - 2016

Judge, Fulton County Superior Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Stonewall Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Geraghty v Geraghty 259 GA 525

The waiver langusge set forth in the parties' Settlement Agreement was found to be enforceable.

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Education

2015

Justice Center of Atlanta

General Civil Mediation Certification

2008

Henning Mediation

Arbitration Certification

1988

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Nuts and Bolts of Family Law

A View from the Bench

2006

What Family Court Judges Want you to Know: Ethics, Trial Practice and Domestic Violence in Georgia.

"What are Judges Likely to Scruitinize in a Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan

Publications

2006

National Business Institute Seminar "What are Judges Likely to Scruitinize in a Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan Before Incorporating an Agreement or Parenting Plan into a Final Judgment and Decree?"

Languages

English

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