Candace Melissa Williams

Candace Melissa Williams

also known as Candace M. Williams

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gainesville, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Child Custody ... +7 more

200 West Academy Street, Gainesville, GA

About Candace

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Child Custody 11%

24 years

11%
Child Support 11%

24 years

11%
Divorce and Separation 11%

Divorces (uncontested and contested), child custody, visitation, and child support; alimony and spousal support

24 years

11%
Family 11%

24 years

11%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 22 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2003

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Candace M. Williams, P.C.

200 West Academy Street, Gainesville, GA, 30501

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Candace Melissa Williams's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 83 reviews

Posted by RoseMary | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney!!

Candace recently handled a divorce for me. She is excellent , intelligent and knows her stuff! She worked diligently to help me to get a good settlement and I was very happy with the results! Highly recommend!!

Posted by Debra | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great divorce attorney

Candace is a great and professional attorney. She makes a very difficult situation seem palatable. When I was stressed she was always available the same day to answer any concerns I had. She is sweet , kind and compassionate and works extremely hard for her clients. I would definitely recommend her t...o anyone needing a divorce attorney. I feel very blessed to have found her.

Candace Williams

Replied last March 13, 2017

I greatly appreciate your review! It truly was my pleasure taking care of you through this process. Many prayers, blessings, and happiness to you in the after math.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Divorce

Candace was a professional from the word go. From our first contact at the consult throughout the whole process she put the interests of my children first and foremost in the process. Candace worked to make sure I understood what each decision would mean. As issues came up she was very honest, even... if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear, she told me what I needed to know. She and her staff responded quickly and thoroughly to all of my questions and concerns during the process. I would highly recommend Candace and her staff for any family law issues you may have.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Family Law

Ms. Williams was a determined and supportive from the very beginning. I reached out to her and her team for representation with a custody/child support case. Not knowing what I was getting myself into, she made sure everything was clear and that I was not alone during the process. Her team had my da...ughter's best interest at heart and it showed with the close of the case. I would not recommend any one else! Ms. Williams was extremely professional and I appreciated her aggressive approach.

Posted by Tre' | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My Divorce Case , as handled by Candace Williams

Candace was great, and extremely patient with me during my case. My now ex wife was extremely difficult to work with, and there were many times when I thought Candace was going to throw in the towel, but she always came up with option and stayed with my case until the end. There were not any question...s that Candace could not answer, and if for any reason she did not know at the moment, she would get back to me quickly with an answer. I would recommend her to anyone I know who was thinking about, or going through a divorce. You will not find a better attorney, as she actually cares about making sure that I got to best deal possible, but was realistic with me from beginning. There were no surprises, and I felt fully prepared the whole time.

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Stephanie Salb

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Candace for several years through having her as opposing counsel on several cases. She is very knowledgeable in family law litigation and well-respected in the legal community. She has also successfully transitioned from work in a big firm to a solo practice... no small feat. I endorse this lawyer."

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Bonnie Jones

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alfred Chang

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Candace and I have had multiple cases against each other. She is a worthy adversary. She comes to court prepared and argues her cases zealously. She is professional and well-versed in the law. I enjoy trying cases with her."

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Merlinus Monroe

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very competent!"

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Leadership Award for Professionalism and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

National Moot Court Semifinalist, American Bar Association

2002

Cum Laude, Mississippi College School of Law

2002

Outstanding Graduate Achievement in Appellate Advocacy, Mississippi College School of Law

2002

Who's Who Among American Law Students, Who's Who Legal

2002

Overall Winner of the Mot Court, Taylor, Cook, and Bush Moot Court Board Competition

1997

Outstanding Graduate in Political Science and History, Brenau Women's College

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Client's Choice, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Candace M. Williams, P.C.

2002 - 2018

Partner and Family Law Deparment Head, Coleman, Chambers, & Rogers, LLP

2002 - 2003

Law Clerk, Hearn & Thomas, PA

2000 - 2001

Lobbyist, Center For Individual Freedom

1998 - 2000

Senior Legislative Assistant, Congressman Bob Barr

1996 - 1996

Congressional Intern, Congressman Nathan Deal (R Ga)

Associations

2003 - Present

Georgia State Bar

Member

2003 - Present

Supreme Court of Georgia

Member

2003 - Present

Georgia Court of Appeals

Member

2003 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia

Member

2003 - Present

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Member

2003 - Present

Gateway House, Domestic Violence Shelter

Volunteer and Contributor

2003 - Present

First Baptist Church of Gainesville

Member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Georgia State Bar, Family Section

Member

2003 - Present

Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Secretary

2005 - 2007

Young Lawyers Club

President

Sample of Legal Cases

2011 and 2012 Awards in Attorneys Fees

Success on Attorneys Fees

Award of Fees December 2017

$10,000.00 in fees awarded

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Education

2002

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Brenau University cum laude

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1997

Brenau College

BA

Speaking Engagements

2015

Brenau Womens' College Career Day

Brenau Womens' College

2015

Brenau University

Wills and Estates During the divorce process

Publications

2010

ColemanChambers.com What is a Guardian Ad Litem

2010

ColemanChambers.com Petitions for Change of Custody

2010

ColemanChambers.com What is a QDRO?

2010

2010

Facebook & My Space in Domestic Cases.doc Facebook and Divorce???

2009

ColemanChambers.com Text messages

Languages

English

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