Leslie Dean O'Neal

Leslie Dean O'Neal

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Appeals

3301 Windy Ridge Pkwy SE, Suite 105, Atlanta, GA

About Leslie

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Leslie O'Neal devotes 50% of her practice to serving families in the Metro area with Divorce, Custody, Child Support & Modifications. Ms. O’Neal has gained a particular expertise in helping clients to obtain a divorce or establish custody, visitation or child support order with an out of state party.

19 years

60%
Appeals 20%

Ms. O’Neal has been hired often to assist clients who are unhappy with the result of their trial and feel that the trial court made a mistake in its final ruling. Ms. O’Neal has pursued and enjoyed success in reversing several trial judges in the Superior, State, and Probate Courts of Cobb County in domestic matters, probate law, and commercial litigation. Ms. O’Neal’s appellate experience is with both the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court.

19 years

20%
Probate 20%

Ms. O’Neal also has experience in establishing and maintaining conservatorships over incapacitated individuals and guardianships over minor children in probate courts in Georgia.

19 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2008

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

O'Neal Heikkila Family Law

3301 Windy Ridge Pkwy SE, Suite 105, Atlanta, GA, 30339

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Leslie Dean O'Neal's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Sarah | February 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Superb!

Leslie was recommended to me by a friend and has represented me in both my divorce and a custody modification. I was very pleased with the outcome of my divorce. Leslie was a fabulous advocate for me during my mediation. She is EXTREMELY knowledgeable, gives excellent counsel, and makes great reco...mmendations. She kept things moving in my case when they could have stalled. Leslie also represented me in a recent custody modification. Again I was able to see how professional, knowledgeable, and experienced she is. The results of my custody modification are everything I hoped for and more! Leslie and her entire team are outstanding! 10/10, I highly recommend Leslie!

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Leslie gets all my referrals!

I was referred to Leslie by a friend that went through a complicated divorce. After meeting her immediately knew I was in good hands. She is knowledgeable, strategic and tough and that's what I needed for my custody case. She walked me through the options and later the process of mediation. She will ...be brutally honest about the potential outcome, but she will fight for you and that's why I refer all my friends to her.

Posted by Carla | October 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I could never repay all she did for me and my kids.

Mrs Leslie O'Neal was highly recommended by my sister who met her as the plaintiff lawyer in a case where my sister was the defendant part. She was astonished by Leslie's performance. I spoke to other lawyers before working with Leslie. In contrast to other lawyers, Leslie paid attention to details a...nd took the time to really look into my complex divorce. Leslie was pretty straightforward but encouraging. Most lawyers seem to be more like "robots" despite of sharing extremely private information. Leslie, however, was extremely professional but more compassionate . Leslie ease the stress that accompanies a divorce, by her knowledge in the field but especially because of her intelligence. I felt somehow protected while dealing with a difficult divorce. However, my now ex husband refers to her as the most intimidating and aggressive lawyer he has met. Because of Leslie, I obtained much more that I initially thought. I was beyond surprised at the end with everything she accomplished at the end of my divorce. Leslie is by far, one of the smartest persons I've met. Highly recommend her. 

Posted by Chanel | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Forever grateful

Leslie came highly recommended when my divorce became more intricate than initially expected. I went to see her for a consultation and could immediately sense that I will be in very competent hands and decided to change attorneys. Best decision ever. I've experienced first hand what difference a g...ood attorney can make and my situation immediately changed for the better. She was very prompt in replying to my emails, returning my phone calls and she also helped me to put emotions aside and focus on what's best for me and my children. I highly recommend Leslie to any person that needs a dedicated, knowledgeable attorney that is assertive and compassionate.

Posted by Deana Davis | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Leslie was a LIFESAVER

I was referred to Leslie a few years ago by a former client, and we spoke a few times while I was trying to decide the fate of my marriage. She was always patient, kind and matter of fact with both good news and bad. When I finally decided to file (2 years after we met) she had maintained notes from ...our previous meetings and knew right where to jump in. Divorce is an emotional process and she was certainly the 'steady hand' I needed to make it through the process. She is extremely thorough and a great communicator to let you know what is going on each step in the process. I can't say enough great things about her and her staff, and have recommended her highly to any of my close friends contemplating divorce.

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Leslie Dean O'Neal's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leslee Hungerford

Unknown lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alyssa Blanchard

Unknown lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alan Paulk

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was impressed with Leslie's ability to assess the financial side of our case. A good family lawyer needs to be able to negotiate emotional complexities AND numbers."

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Justin O'Dell

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. She is committed to her clients and community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Georiga Super Lawyers

2017

Cobb Next Generation, Cobb Chamber

2015

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2014

20 Rising Stars Under 40, Cobb Life

2014

"Spirit" Award, Leadership Cobb

2012

Outstanding Leadership & Service, Marietta Kiwanis

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, O'Dell & O'Neal Attorneys

Associations

2015 - Present

Georgia Super Lawyers

Rising Star

2014 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Cobb Executive Women

Member

2012 - Present

Cobb County Chamber of Commerce

Member

2009 - Present

United Way of Cobb County

Advisory Board

2008 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2008 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

Kiwanis Club of Marietta

Member

2015 - 2016

Cobb Young Professionals

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Sierra Leigh Wertzer

Georgia Appeals Court reversed the Probate Court's Order, in part.

Georgia Supreme Court; Taylor v. Taylor

Judgments affirmed. All the Justices concurred and Leslie's client was granted sole legal custody, an increase in child support, and attorney’s fees.

Jaraysi, er. al. v. Sebastian, et. al.

Trial court's ruling was reversed on Appeal resulting in Judgment for the landlord

Venable v. Parker

Supreme Court issued an Opinion which established child support for the mother

Choi, et.al. v. Immanuel Korean United Methodist Church

Trial court ruling was affirmed on Appeal

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Education

2008

University of Mississippi

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Auburn University

Activity

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