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

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Family

Posted by JAMES | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

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 anonymous | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

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!

Posted by Pamela | May 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family Law

It took me about 2 months to find Attorney Hanyard. I tried reaching out to many referred lawyers; to find out, they all stopped working in Family Law. I tried to make one more call. Another lawyer's assistant told me to check out the lady whose ad was currently running on the radio. I made the ca...ll to Hanyard’s Law Office. Ms Hanyard answered the phone. She was the only lawyer who spoke to me first. She didn’t request that I speak to her assistant first and give them all of my information. I knew Hanyard Law Office was where I was supposed to be. She was kind, professional, willing to help and point me in the right direction, a joy to work with. She took care of my case in an acceptable amount of time. Coming out of pandemic era, the courts were slow to put court cases on the calendar. She was patient and eager to stayed on top of the situation. I’m so happy I chose her. She made me feel like she cared about me and my family. You will not go wrong in choosing Hanyard Law Office and her team to help you with any of your needs.

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Family Law Attorney

I retained the Hanyard Law firm for a family law matter. This was my first court case and I had no idea what to expect. Mrs. Hanyard was very direct and clear on what I should expect and the strategy we should take in order to win my case. Her advice was spot on. She was competent, professional a...nd personable. I will always be thankful and highly recommend the Hanyard Law firm to anyone in need of a family law attorney,

Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hanyard Law Helped Me Through the Roughest Time in My Life

Divorce is hard. I am so glad that I was referred to Nicol Hanyard at Hanyard Law. Nicol was a sharp and zealous advocate for me, and at times when my emotions got in the way, for my daughter. I could count on Nicol to keep me grounded in reality about the things that I had done to make my case ...more difficult. She wasn’t afraid to tell me the truth about where I stood. Nicol never “over promised” results and made sure that I understood all of the factors involved with my case and the legal process. Her staff was always friendly and professional. I highly recommend Hanyard Law for your family law case. While I am glad that my divorce is complete, I will miss my interactions with the staff at Hanyard Law. I am fortunate to have had them by my side.

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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

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Susan Cremer

Nursing home abuse and neglect 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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