Lydia Jackson Sartain

Lydia Jackson Sartain

4.6
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Gainesville, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Criminal Defense

200 Main Street Southwest, PO Box 3280, Gainesville, GA

About Lydia

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 65%

divorce, custody, modification

23 years

65%
Mediation 30%

primarily in Family Law

17 years

30%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 41 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1984

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLP

200 Main Street Southwest, PO Box 3280, Gainesville, GA, 30501

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Lydia Jackson Sartain's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Alan | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Integrity

There is no finer attorney than Lydia Sartain. She is brillant in and out of the courtroom. Her knowledge is unsurpassed. I have called on Lydia for several different legal matters. With great care she takes the time to address my legal needs. I feel confident knowing she is my stalwart. There are ma...ny words to describe Lydia but these two speak volumes compassionate and professional.

Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lying Lawyers

Failed to "have my back" as arrogantly promised me. She spewed vile language and had no regard for my feelings leading to a parting of the ways. My question now is "did she take a payoff" My advice is to run away as fast as you can from her! Again,, this is only my opinion, based on my case. Ty.

Lydia Sartain

Replied last February 12, 2019

Regrettably people who have suffered chronic domestic abuse have difficulty with trust. Also it is oftentimes hard to make decisions and stick with them. Lashing out and blaming others is common. I wish this person the very best and hope they find the support they need and deserve.

Posted by Alex | August 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Super heroes

Lydia has completely changed my outlook on attorneys and the court process. I came into her office expecting to be stressed and unhappy when I left due to previous encounters with attorneys, but I am very happy to say that what I experienced was quite the opposite! Lydia and her assistant Dawn Smith ...were extremely personal and professional! Since meeting with and attending court with them I feel like I finally have a team that actually cares about my son, my family, and myself. She has a very extensive resume and it clearly shows in how she conducts herself in court as well as in the office. I am attempting to keep this to the point, but I cannot say enough good things about Lydia and Dawn! They have been the light in a dark time for my son and myself, and I cannot thank them enough…

Posted by Amanda | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lydia = Amazing

My husband and I hired Lydia after having an attorney that never listened to a word we said, and made more trouble then helped. We consulted with Lydia, she listened to everything we had to say, she reviewed our case file and we got started on a custody modification. Lydia combed through all of our... "evidence" and proved our case. She has always contacted us when needed or requested. She reassured us with honesty and confidence. If you want a lawyer who will do what they say their going to do then this is the lady for you. My husband and I are so thankful and blessed to call Lydia Sartain our lawyer.

Posted by Marrisa | March 15, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Domestic Relations Order

I would highly recommend Lydia Sartain. I had a QDRO from a divorce that needed to be made final. Ms Sartain and her staff made this process stress free. Ms Sartain answered all my questions and addressed my concerns. Quick to respond to messages left and get things done. Thank You, Thank You !!

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Lydia Jackson Sartain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Candace Williams

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lydia Sartain is an exceptional Family Law Attorney and fierce litigator. Her stealth background as a longtime District Attorney makes her dangerous in a courtroom. Also, an exceptional Mediator and colleague."

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Tracy Moore

Mediation lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lydia is an excellent mediator who knows how to help the parties move to common ground and resolve their differences."

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William Brownell

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on several cases with Mrs. Sartain over several years. She has always been professional, ethical and courteous with me as we work through cases. Like me, she initially approaches cases with an intent to settle the case (as beneficial to her client as possible) to keep her client's litigation expenses down. However, when a case can't be settled, she has no hesitation to "take the gloves off". And she is always a very worthy opponent."

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Amy Carter

Mediation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lydia was a great mediator. She worked well with both parties. Our case was lingering for three years and she managed to get in there and settle it in three hours. I would use Lydia as a mediator anytime!"

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John Lovett

Family lawyer

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William Brownell

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2001

Silver Shovel, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

1998

One of the state's Forty Under Forty, Georgia Trend Magazine

1998

Youth Service Award, Kiwannis Club of Gainesville, Ga

1994

Vocational Excellence Award, Rotary Club of Gainesville

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLP

1993 - 2002

District Attorney, Northeastern Judicial Curcuit

1991 - 1993

Executive Director Children and Youth Coordinating Council, State Of Georgia

1987 - 1991

Solicitor, Hall County, Georgia, State Court

Associations

1990 - Present

Rotary Club of Gainesville, Ga

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Shell v Gibbs

Jury verdict in favor of my client

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Education

1984

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Mercer University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1979

Young Harris College

Associate of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Brown Bag Lunch

Women elected to public office

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