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Marilyn L. Bardie Kapaun

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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed for 29 years
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About Marilyn

Practice areas

FamilyAdoptionDivorce and separationChild custody
  1. Child custody: 50%

    6 years

  2. Divorce and separation: 40%

    6 years

  3. Adoption: 5%

    6 years

  4. Family: 5%

    6 years

Languages spoken

French, Spanish, Italian

Contact

Bovis Kyle Burch & Medlin LLC

200 Ashford Ctr N Ste 500
Atlanta, GA, 30338-2680

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      GAActive Member in Good Standing 199211/20/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers0
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2020
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2018
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2017
      10 Best in Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2015
      Outstanding Instructor AwardGeorgia State University2014
      Editorial Excellence AwardFOLIO: Magazine1997
      Fellowship for Academic AchievementIndiana University - Maurer School of Law1991
      Fellowship for Excellence in Legal WritingIndiana University - Maurer School of Law1990
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Senior AttorneyBovis, Kyle, Burch & Medlin, LLC2005 - Present
      Professor of Criminal Law and Ethics of LawGSU2005 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2013 - Present
      State Bar of GeorgiaMember2005 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Criminal Justice ReviewCriminal Law Handbook2010
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Indiana University (Bloomington)JD - Juris Doctor1991
      University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignBA - Bachelor of Arts1988
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Forsyth County Bar AssociationLegal Writing2012
      Visions Anew InstituteSpeaker on Alimony2008

      Reviews

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      Divorce case

      5.0 stars

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      Marilyn is WONDERFUL, she did an excellent job in my divorce case. Marilyn was very successful in everything she advised me. Since day one, I interviewed with her, my contact was always with her, and responding to all my questions, I feel blessed to have found Marilyn on my way. Marilyn es MARAVILLOSA, Marilyn hizo un excelente trabajo en mi caso de divorcio. Ella fue muy exitosa en todo lo que me aconsejó. Desde el primer día, me entrevisté con Marilyn, mi contacto fue siempre directo con Marilyn y ella respondiendo a todas mis preguntas, me siento bendecida de haber encontrado a Marilyn en my camino. I really recommend her. Realmente la recomiendo.
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      EXCELLENT REPRESENTATION!!!!

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      Marilyn is intelligent, detail-oriented, compassionate and determined to provide the best quality services available. She and her team are efficient and thorough, working very hard together throughout the entire process. All of their hard work and dedication produced the results we had hoped for! I highly recommend Marilyn and her team!
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      Prepared and Compassionate!

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      Marilyn was on top of everything and kept me informed through every step of the divorce process. I felt like my case was a priority. She worked hard to keep costs down and get me the best results possible. She was my champion and fought hard for me during a very difficult time. I'm very happy with Marilyn and would highly recommend her.
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      Most compassionate and professional Divorce Attorney....

      5.0 stars

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      Marilyn was not only a breath of fresh air during this terribly dark and scary time in my life but she was also the "FORCE" that I needed to get things done... Once she came on board and took over my divorce proceedings, my fear and feeling lost and desperate quickly began to disappear!!! She fought for me AND (more importantly) she fought for what was right... Coming out of an abusive situation, I had lost my ability to believe in either! I can not tell you how inspirational she was in helping me see my true worth, pushing me to get up and stand my ground when all I wanted to do was hide, and ultimately finding the space and freedom to be the woman and mother that I have always wanted to be!!! I am forever grateful!!!
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      Quick and Effective!

      5.0 stars

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      Marilyn helped my wife and I modify a prior Divorce decree from a prior marriage. She was able to eliminate all claims for back-owed child support, obtain custody of the child, and completely re-write the divorce decree, which was truly in the best interest of the child. She worked quickly and effectively to secure the desired outcome, and we had the final documents in hand in approximately 3 months after meeting with her. A great way to ring in the holiday!
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      Great representation!

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      Marilyn was excellent! She was such a calming influence at every step of a very difficult time. I found her and her team to be extremely efficient and thorough. We were very well prepared to meet the opposing attorney during mediation and my results showed it. I would highly recommend her!
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      A Blessing, Compassionate and Professional.

      5.0 stars

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      Marilyn helped me go through a tough 16 months and guided me every step of the way. She was in my corner from the very beginning, always had my best interest, is Compassionate and Professional. I wasn’t the easiest client at times, yet Marilyn walked me through everything and made me feel very comfortable with the entire process. I completely trusted her, and I am very grateful to Marilyn and her team at The law firm of Bovis, Kyle, Burch, And Medlin.
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      Alimony Termination

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      Charles and Marilyn Bardie Kapaun are the ultimate professionals. They put together a sound strategy that led to a favorable outcome. Marilyn was always available throughout the process, and she provided me sound counsel and execution until the case was closed. I would strongly recommend their services.
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      Above and Beyond All Expectations

      5.0 stars

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      Going into any litigation can be extremely stress inducing and complicated to navigate alone. This stress is multiplied a great deal when the well-being of a child in in question. Having the right representation is vital to maintaining or obtaining safety, security and custody of a minor child. Personally, I did not want to leave the decision of my child's safety and security up to chance. The law firm of Bovis, Kyle, Burch, And Medlin were able to provide my family with the legal support we needed going into the complicated trial I had in front of me. I was provided a legal team that included Marilyn L. Bardie-Kapaun, Caitlyn M. Hood, and Charles Medlin. My representation was extremely quick with responses to questions and concerns I had. They were more than happy to educate my family and I on the intricacies of the litigation process. The team explored many options and courses we could take with the legal proceeding and had the experience foresight to explain the possible outcomes of each plan of action. In the court room, I had firm representation, unwavering support, and unrelenting pursuit of the goals we set for the outcome of the case proceedings. My representation was able to obtain final results in my case that I thought would be unreasonable to even wish for before seeking legal representation. I was able to obtain full legal and sole physical custody of my infant son as a single father. In conclusion if the well-being of children involved in a custody case is in question, the only law firm I would want on my side is Bovis, Kyle, Burch, and Medlin. They care deeply about every client and their family. The firm truly keep the best interest of their clients and their children at the forefront of the process. I feel blessed to have had them as my legal representation, and I would recommend them to anyone who truly has their children best interest in their hearts.
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      Intelligent, Assertive, Caring and Effective

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      I was going through a difficult child support and custody modification. Marilyn was extremely professional and knowledgeable. I completely trusted her recommendations as she always had my daughter's and my best interests in mind. She was able to think 10 steps ahead to guide our responses and looked out for us in ways that hadn't occurred to me. I can't imagine going through that time without her support.
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      Lawyer Alyson Faren Lembeck

      Alyson Lembeck, Family Attorney on Jan 8, 2018
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Marilyn is an excellent attorney. I have served as a mediator for Marilyn and have seen her working closely with her clients. She advocates strongly for her clients and provides them meaningful feedback so they can resolve their cases favorably. I would highly recommend Marilyn as an attorney.

      Lawyer Steven Kennedy Kirson

      Steven Kirson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 9, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse Marilyn. She was opposing counsel on a retirement-age divorce case and kept the proceeding efficient, client-welfare focused, and was always professional and courteous while giving her client strong representation. A fair settlement was reached that satisfied both clients.

      Lawyer Alyson Faren Lembeck

      Alyson Lembeck, Family Attorney on Jan 8, 2018
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Marilyn is an excellent attorney. I have served as a mediator for Marilyn and have seen her working closely with her clients. She advocates strongly for her clients and provides them meaningful feedback so they can resolve their cases favorably. I would highly recommend Marilyn as an attorney.

      Lawyer Steven Kennedy Kirson

      Steven Kirson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 9, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse Marilyn. She was opposing counsel on a retirement-age divorce case and kept the proceeding efficient, client-welfare focused, and was always professional and courteous while giving her client strong representation. A fair settlement was reached that satisfied both clients.

      Lawyer J S Scott Busby

      J Busby, Family Attorney on Sep 2, 2016
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I can wholeheartedly endorse Marilyn -- she not only knows the Family Law arena technically, she is a great advocate providing hands on customer service.

      Lawyer Bonnie Miller Rich

      Bonnie Rich, Family Attorney on May 4, 2016
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse and highly recommend Marilyn. I worked with her as co-counsel on a family law matter and found her to be extremely knowledgeable, a strong advocate and very easy to work with.

      Lawyer Marcy Ann Millard

      Marcy Millard, Family Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I Worked with Marilyn on a case with a strange set of circumstances. Marilyn is a very knowledgable attorney that advocated well for her client, all while being respectful and understanding of our position given the circumstances. Marilyn is an excellent attorney and I would be happy to work with her again in the future.

      Lawyer Carolyn Louise Torres-Mabe

      Carolyn Torres-Mabe, Family Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Marilyn and I worked on opposite sides of a heated post-divorce case. She was very professional, knowledgeable, and I enjoyed working with her.

      Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

      Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Marilyn. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

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