Nicol Joy Hanyard

Nicol Joy Hanyard

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Dunwoody, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

53 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Hanyard Law Office

53 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA, 30346

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Nicol Joy Hanyard's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

Posted by JAMES | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top tier law firm

In going through an adverse family situation, I was apprehensive about acquiring legal counsel, but after consulting with and subsequently hiring the law firm of Hanyard Law, the experience was easy and informative. The entire team was always very professional and patient. Nicol always took extra ti...me to just talk and see how things were going overall. She made it such a comfortable experience. I am very grateful for her professionalism and how knowledgeable she was through the entire process.

Posted by Christina | December 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Representation--Twice!

I am very satisfied with the representation that I received from Hanyard Law, twice! Nicol is very detail-oriented and was able to settle my recent car accident in a way that was fair--just as she did back in 2007 as well. Nicol's communication was clear in explaining the steps that was needed to pr...ocess this case along the way. This is a great law firm, with professionalism and results--highly recommended!

Posted by Kevin | August 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Know that Ms. Nicol will go above and beyond, be transparent honest because she is someone you can depend on no matter what it s

I had hire an attorney back in February 2023. The attorney that was assigned to me caught covid so my case was given to other attorney in that office. It was a back and forth with documentation that was turned in that was incomplete. I was frustrated, disappointed and stress out with the attorney ap...proach to my case. After 14 months later we finally had our first mediation. I thought after this session we made some progress until she( MY EX WIFE now) got an lawyer. At this time I couldn't figure out why because there was information that she didn't share during the mediation or with her lawyer in my opinion. I didn't feel comfortable or confident with my lawyer anymore. So I started looking for another lawyer. My cousin's friend referred Ms. Hanyard to me because she went through a divorce case as well. It wasn't getting nowhere after 18 months, I spent over $24,000 with no resolution at all. At this time I felt that I needed to change representation because this wasn't going nowhere. Multiple times with no response due to lack of accountability from my previous attorney. It was always we need more money to move forward but with no results. In my opinion they didn't have my best interest at heart, they just wanted to dragged this case as much as they could get out of me financially. I went to Ms. Hanyard back in October 2024, I shared my previous attorney ledger being fully transparent from beginning to end. She was more than a lawyer, I needed to someone to help me thru this situation. Ms. Nicol listen to everything whether she agree or disagree. She gave me sound advice and a lot of options if I was going to be represented by her firm. After my consultation and prayer I decided to accept her representation. Instantly I seen consistency, communication, and results from the start. Ms. Nicol is straight forward with everything. Her goals are to give you the best of her in every way possible. It only took Ms. Hanyard 8 months ( June 2025) to settle my divorce. I wish I could turn back the clock to February 2023 who knows this could have been resolved. Ms. Nicol Hanyard is a person you can depend on no matter what your situation is, what encounters you are having, when you feel like no one has your best interest at heart, she is one of a kind unique in what she loves to do, and that's helping someone in need to resolve the issue for you. There were times that was so difficult for me, had bad days, but you always gave me confidence .Ms. Nicol gives you the best representation she can offer. You won't be disappointed. I can still remember when she called me to give me the good news that the divorce was final. I was in shock, something that I was hoping and praying for finally came true. To my friend I consider to this day, Ms. Nicol you gave me clarity and closure of my situation over the 3 years that I didn't know how this was going to end. I truly appreciate everything that you have done for me mentally, financially, spiritually. Thank you once again for your hard work and dedication.

Posted by Jerome | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

Ms Hanyard and her staff did a great on my case kept me up to date during the whole process definitely recommend her to anyone in need

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Jenee’ Conner Ethridge

I used Attorney Nicol Hanyard in to represent me during a case that I had with my ex husband in reference to him stating that he had paid additional support towards our then college graduate daughter. Attorney Hanyard handled this case for me with professionalism, class, and knowledge, which allowed... us to get this case completed and closed without any additional situations. She also assisted me whenever I needed to have some crucial conversations to keep me sane and focused! I have recommended her services to my friends! Attorney Nicol Hanyard is great, and she will work hard for you!

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Nicol Joy Hanyard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kasey Libby

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicol is an excellent family law lawyer. I've known her for several years and am glad to refer my clients to her for any issues they face with divorce, child custody, alimony or other family issues. She always is professional and conscientious of her client's needs and their means. I'd recommend Nicol to any person who needs help with their domestic relations case."

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Ryan Reavis

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicol is a great lawyer and equally impressive human being. Her faith and love for her clients undergird her practice. She is trustworthy and just and a blessing to the Georgia bar."

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Susan Cremer

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Guichard St. Surin

Unknown lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Kasey Libby

Estate planning lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Preeminent 4.9 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

Cert. of Appreciation/ Prof. Practice Area Group Chairperson, Gate City Bar Association

Work Experience

1995 - Present

President, Hanyard Law Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Gate City Bar

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Automobile Collision

Settlement reached of $250,000.00

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Education

1994

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Spelman College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Single Parent Academy

Child Support and other Family law matters

2012

Brown Mackie College Student Forum

The value of Paralegals in Family Law

Languages

English

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