Kelly A. Miles

Kelly A. Miles

also known as Kelly Anne Miles

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Gainesville, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

301 Green St NW Ste 200, Po Box 1098, Gainesville, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 41 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1984

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Gilliam Williams & Miles PA

301 Green St NW Ste 200, Po Box 1098, Gainesville, GA, 30501-3362

Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.

340 Jesse Jewell Parkway SE, Suite 300, Gainesville, GA, 30501

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Kelly A. Miles's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Payton | March 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Divorce Lawyer Who Lawyers Call For Their Own Needs

Kelly Miles is the lawyer who lawyers call for their own divorce, child support, and child custody needs. As an attorney, I did my homework before I retained Kelly to represent me in my personal divorce, and my research revealed that Kelly Miles is hands down the best domestic relations attorney in ...the State of Georgia. Kelly knows the intricacies of Georgia domestic relations law, and she pays attention to minute yet meaningful details that many less experienced attorneys would easily overlook. Kelly provided me with sound legal guidance including strategic recommendations that helped accomplish my objectives. I was impressed at every turn with her acumen and her knowledge of the legal authorities as they applied to the specific facts of my case. It was readily apparent throughout my divorce that I had the more skilled and experienced advocate on my side. Kelly is a consummate professional, and she obtained a very favorable result in my case. Kelly went above and beyond the call of duty to help me including even braving an impending winter storm to attend mediation for my case where we ultimately reached a resolution. I highly recommend Kelly Miles to anyone in need of legal representation in any aspect of domestic relations litigation in Georgia.

Posted by Mark | March 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney Around, Period!!!

I had some serious and complicated residual issues from my divorce several years ago, and had previously been burned and set back by a few 'very seasoned' (and very terrible/burnt-out) attorneys, before Kelly. Based on my situation and prior experiences in court, I was fully expecting (and dreading) ...that my only option would be to return there, and fight for something with little chances of prevailing. I met with Kelly, gave her a pile of paperwork and notes to review, with the agreement that we would conference call soon to discuss her recommendations. During that initial meeting, Kelly impressed me with her both professional and caring review of my situation. She was quick to dismiss/filter things that weren't relevant, asked very direct questions, and outlined how we would progress. A few weeks later, when we conference called to review, she recommended three options, with the dreaded court date as #3 (last). Although I didn't believe that my ex-wife would accept anything, I agreed to start with Option #1, expecting it to lead to #2 and then #3. Kelly prepared what we needed for Option #1, sent it to me for approval, and then presented it to my ex-wife. To my surprise and relief, my ex accepted our requests. I firmly believe that what Kelly presented and how she presented it (tone) nudged my ex into agreement. I think that Kelly means business, and she was able to convey this to my ex in a non-threatening, yet motivating way. She has saved me a lot, because I believe most attorneys would have signed me up for court dates and lots of expense, more concerned for their billable hours than my welfare. Lost faith in or skeptical about attorneys? I was, big time. Kelly has restored my faith that there are good lawyers out there that care and want what is best for their clients. I highly recommend this professional. Thanks Kelly!

Posted by Cliff | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top notch divorce attorney

I hired Kelly specifically on a recommendation from a family member. I knew I needed someone who really knew what they were doing for my case, and knew I needed to be prepared for a potentially ugly fight. I made it clear from the beginning that I wanted to be fair, but not taken advantage of in re...solving my case. Kelly was purely professional in her handling. She made sure I was prepared each step of the way, and worked with me to provide a fair and equitable settlement of my case. While Kelly is not the cheapest attorney out there, I knew going in that you get what you pay for. And I knew I better be prepared for a fight and not need to, rather than need to fight and be unprepared. Kelly's fees were reasonable for a top flight attorney, and quite frankly one of the best investments I think I have ever made. If you have a case where you know you will need an attorney who knows how the process works and can protect you in the difficult process of a divorce, I don't think you could find anyone better. I would highly recommend her.

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Board Certified Advocate in Family Law, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2015

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Partner, Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles

1900 - Present

Partner, Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.

Associations

2015 - Present

BB&T Center for Ethical Business Leadership

Advisory Board

2014 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Board of Managers

2013 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

Lawyers Foundation of Georgia

Fellow

1984 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section

Chair

2014 - 2015

State Bar of Georgia, Diversity Committee

Co-chair

2010 - 2011

State Bar of Georgia

Secretary

2006 - 2014

State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section

Executive Committee

2003 - 2004

Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association

President

1987 - 1988

Gainesville - Northeastern Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

President

Education

1984

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Mercer University, Macon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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