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 1 - 5 of 21 reviews | Family

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

She’s the one

It’s not often you run across someone whose best interest is truly with the child. If you need someone to fight for your babies Candace is the one. She doesn’t care if you’re mom or dad if she believes the child’s in danger she coming. You’ll never feel alone at this office. You’ll receive updates... and easy communication. She is fast and efficient

Posted by Courtney | September 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Candace can help you!

She can take the information that you give her and get the big picture without you having to explain all the little details. She is very strong and stands up for what's right. She is very honest. She is smart and very professional! She is very empathetic, but also stands up for what's right and won't... tolerate things not being done right. She is confident and you can tell she knows what she's doing. She does very well in court. Can very clearly convey what is needed. When you speak with her, you can tell that her priority is serving family. I am so thankful to have her as my lawyer. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Loretta | September 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Heaven sent

I was fortunate enough to hire Candice Williams. She wasted no time jumping in defending me from all threats. She stood up for me immediately, when she found out that I had paid an attorney to file my divorce case, but 2 months had past and nothing was filed for me. Candice went the extra mile to ...make sure that I got my money back. Candice and her amazing legal team worked diligently to get to get my case filed quickly and left no stone unturned until she made sure the papers were served. She could see how much pain and abuse I have been through and worked to make sure that I was not abused any further. My ex attempted to force me and my family out of our home, but Candice stopped him and she followed through with every promise she made when I hired her. She is so amazing that it is difficult to express how grateful I am for her. She and her team worked with impeccable professionalism and integrity. She showed a great deal of compassion for all that my children and I were going through. Before I hired her, I felt really weak and alone in this fight. But after I hired her, she made me feel invincible and strong enough to take on the world. If you find yourself needing an attorney that you can trust, you will not regret hiring Candice Williams.

Posted by Alexandriah | May 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

BEST OF THE BEST!

From day one, the well-being of my children and myself was a priority to the entire team. I was met with an abundance of kindness, compassion, and understanding for my unique situation. Candace is extremely passionate about family, and it shows in every aspect of her work. She is always a step a...head and ready to fight for her clients. She won’t hesitate to be brutally honest while also going above and beyond to make this process as painless as possible. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, Candace is definitely the one you want in your corner.

Posted by Greg C. | March 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

The best Peoples Attorney

I can’t say enough good about Ms. Williams. I am a father who she trusted and believed in from beginning to end. It’s not often a father gets primary custody of children but with the representation by Ms Williams and the Grace of God it happened. She is more than professional and knowledgeable and th...e absolute best I’ve ever seen as a child advocate attorney. She represents truth and what’s right no matter man or woman. I trusted her with my heart and will use her for anything in the future. Anyone who needs representation don’t hesitate, Ms. Williams does not take backseat to nobody , she will represent you in a calm professional and aggressive way as she needs too. Pleasure to have been represented by her!

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Candace Melissa Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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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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