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Natalie Vickers Teston

Child custody Attorney at Gainesville, GA

5.0   83 reviews
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  • Licensed for 12 years
    State GA
    Acquired 2011
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NATALIE IS HERE TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR FAMILY LAW MATTER IN NORTHEAST GEORGIA.

Natalie's solid knowledge of the law and command of the courtroom is valued by her clients and colleagues. She was the youngest and fastest made partner of her firm.  Now she is co-managing partner and also runs a highly regarded team as the domestic department head.  She understands the litigation process is emotionally taxing on clients and their families.  At every step Natalie is employing a strategy to get her clients the best result possible as quickly as possible for as little fees as possible.  Natalie recently won a family law case where her client's bill for legal fees was less than 1/4th of the opposing party's. Her clients have tons of stories just like this, see her reviews below. If you are looking for good quality representation from an honest and caring lawyer, give Natalie and her team a call.

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Client's Choice 2023,2022,2021,2019,2018,2013
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Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP

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Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
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Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
6 Day Custody Trial
I hired Natalie after being sued for custody by my ex husband. I knew after my consultation meeting with Natalie that I could trust her as a professional, talk to her as a friend, and count on her to pull through and win this thing. I was admittedly not an easy client. I walked in there, sat down and told her, "He may have filed for custody, but that isn't acceptable. I won't be satisfied unless we not only win this case...but I want to take away his weekday visitation. If you can't make it happen, I will find someone who will." I was asking for the impossible. Although at the time, I was just asking for what I believed any mother would ask for. Natalie basically told me that I had no chance at getting what I was asking for, but I didn't care. I told her we were going to try anyway. We went through an entire year of litigation. A year of emotional emails, phone calls, and me being ready to call it quits. But Natalie put up with me. She talked me through the most difficult times of my life. There were nights when she would send me multiple emails at 11pm on a Saturday just to reassure me that things were still going as planned. If I would start freaking out because I hadn't heard any news, she would either contact me herself or have her associate or paralegal send me a quick email just to let me know where things were at. She always kept me in the loop with any movement on the other end of things. The most impressive part of Natalie as an attorney was seeing her in the courtroom. Being able to watch her cross examine my ex was seriously one of the most satisfying experiences that was worth every dollar spent. I wish I could have videoed it and re-watched every single time she caught him in a lie and made him cringe and turn bright red. She did it with such class, though. She is one of those people who you can't help but like, and she is so organized and sharp on her toes, it is like poetry when she comes around full circle on a topic to call a witness out on a lie. Natalie is the type of attorney who is going to do what she can to help you utilize your money to get the most out of what you pay for. She is going to be honest with you and keep your expectations realistic. After six days in court, we finally got the verdict. We won our case! Not only did we win...we got exactly what I had asked for! We had done the impossible. The court case that began after I was sued for custody took a complete 180 and ended up flipping in my favor in the end. And I have Natalie Teston and her team to thank for that. Because of those women, my daughter is going to grow up happy, in the environment she needs to be in. I will forever be grateful.
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Posted by Susie | October 27, 2019
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Best Lawyer !!!
I would highly recommend Natalie Teston !! She and Sarah handled my divorce case and they knocked it out of the park !! I honestly could not have picked a better attorney!! She was very honest about my options and worked tirelessly to get me the best outcome !! She works very hard and I will continue to use her in future if I need her ! You can’t go wrong with Natalie Teston !!
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Posted by Jim | November 21, 2023
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Expert Legal Representation
I have been brought to court so many times by my ex. Here we go again and I find my teen daughter making normal mistakes but I get blamed for them even though I don’t have primary physical custody. My ex and her lawyer tried to do an ex parte hearing to remove my daughter from being able to visit me. Once my daughter and I found out, we were both devastated because we have a very close relationship. So, I sought a legal team to put an end to this harassment. Upon interviewing Natalie and giving her the details, she immediately recognized that the plaintiff and her lawyer had a conflict of interest involving my teen daughter in this lawsuit. Natalie’s keen eye for details and legal representation led to an immediate end of the lawsuit with me winning joint physical custody and my daughter able to visit me as often as she decides. Further restraints were placed on my ex so she can’t just file another lawsuit against me without giving me a chance to see what the issue is and correct it if one actually exists. Hiring Natalie and her team was the best decision and now my daughter and I are enjoying our time together.
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Posted by Mike | October 16, 2023
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Happy ending to one of life's hirdles
I want to thank all the staff at Coleman, Chambers and Rogers for the stellar results with my case. I tried to continually show my support to their team for all their hard work along the way. Hopefully you understand how much I appreciate all the combined efforts!
Posted by TJ | October 13, 2023
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Best Lawyer To Have In Your Corner During Tough Times
Natalie was absolutely amazing during the entire process of my divorce. She took the time to initially understand the history of my story, the current situation, and what my priorities were for a successful resolution. I was amazed by her heightened sense of detail in all of the discussion; discovery documents, communications with the other party. I never had to remind her of a relevant piece of information to support our position in the case (Always remembering those intricate details from the hundreds of documents over & over - I've never had an attorney be able to do that before . . . they typically ask the same question 3-5 times). In addition, Natalie did was outstanding in knowing when / when not to communicate with the other party . . . what / what not to disclose in order to keep the advantages in our corner. There were many times I wanted to emotionally go down one path out of frustration but her stoic and resolute mannerisms kept me aligned with the overall objectives. I could write 20 pages relating to the positive experience I had hiring Natalie and her team (Especially Gina, who I couldn't have lived without during those months - she is absolutely a shining star). I would highly recommend Natalie to anybody looking for a competent, creative, and sincere attorney with a great personality. She will understand you . . . she will address your concerns . . . she will fight for you . . . she will empathize with your situation.
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Posted by Justin | September 18, 2023
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A Legal Dream Team: Natalie and Dawn
When you find yourself in need of the finest civil attorney, there's no need to search any further than Natalie Teston. She will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most exceptional attorneys I've ever had the privilege to work with. Her professionalism, attentiveness, and responsiveness are truly remarkable. Natalie possesses an extraordinary ability to negotiate and effectively advocate for her clients, even in the midst of emotionally charged issues in any case. Her skill in representing my voice during such challenging situations was a breath of fresh air. In civil law, she stands out as an advocate of the highest caliber, and integrity. I must also mention Dawn, an exceptional paralegal who works alongside Natalie. There were countless instances where I felt immeasurably grateful to have both of them on my side. Their support and expertise made all the difference in my case, and I can't thank them enough for their unwavering dedication and outstanding teamwork.
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Posted by Josh | August 15, 2023
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Win for dad
I actually got divorced around 3 years ago and used a different attorney that was more financial based but as soon as the divorce was over the real problems began. My ex wife tried to be the worst co-parent ever and was quite successful at making my life hell. I hired Natalie for a custody modification. As the situation continued to devolve, I upped this and went for Full Custody. Natalie deposed my ex and during this I got to see Natalie at her best. She not only addressed my ex as my attorney but also as a mom. After finally getting some dates on the calendar, we went to mediation. I would have thought going in that this had zero chance but we got close to a custody agreement and then the ah ha moment occurred. I had asked Natalie before about having someone in the middle of me and my ex that could call balls and strikes. Natalie was able to get us a "Parental Coordinator" in the mediation and I agreed. I not so jokingly say that I have now outsourced the biggest problem in my life. Natalie understood my situation, got to know me as a person and a friend and I would recommend her to anyone looking to fight the good fight.
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Posted by Jennifer | August 9, 2023
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Excellent experience
Natalie is awesome at what she does very understandable, very sweet! I definitely recommend her and if I ever needed an attorney again I definitely would go back! Thank you Natalie for everything you have done!
Posted by Jillayne | July 25, 2023
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Natalie was the best to work with! She was knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire process. She was honest with me about the complications of my case but she also worked hard to get me the best results. Best to work with!
Posted by Brittany | June 2, 2023
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Amazing job!
My family and I will forever be thankful for the hard work and dedication of both Natalie and gina. 10/10 would recommend! These ladies were invested and looking for results for my little family. Kept me informed and truly just cared about making it to the other side with me. Rockstar duo right here!!!
Posted by Erica | May 7, 2023
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Exceptional Lawyer Who Goes Above and Beyond
I am delighted to share my review of an amazing lawyer who truly went above and beyond to help me. Her exceptional knowledge of the law, combined with her ability to use evidence to its fullest potential, and her skilled questioning abilities allowed her to tell a compelling story that ultimately helped me achieve the outcome I needed and desired. From our very first meeting, Natalie took the time to understand my case and my needs. She was always attentive, responsive, and committed to achieving the best possible outcome for me. She listened carefully to my concerns and explained the legal process to me in a way that was easy to understand, which made me feel more confident and empowered throughout the process. Throughout the case, this lawyer used her expertise to identify and obtain the necessary evidence to support my case. She was also meticulous in her preparation, leaving no stone unturned in her search for the truth. Her careful questioning and strategic approach during depositions and hearings ultimately helped to tell a clear and convincing story that helped to sway the outcome in our favor. What really impressed me about this lawyer was her unwavering dedication to my case. She was always available to answer my questions and provide support, and she truly cared about the outcome. She never gave up, even when the going got tough, and her persistence and determination ultimately paid off. In short, I cannot recommend this lawyer highly enough. She is an exceptional legal professional who truly goes above and beyond to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. If you need a lawyer who will fight tirelessly for you and use all of her knowledge and expertise to get the results you need, then this is the lawyer for you.
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Posted by Don | February 6, 2023
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Impressive bosslady
I hired Natalie to handle my child custody case. She was recommended to me by a very successful divorce lawyer. Natalie and her team were the definition of professionalism from start to finish...She didn't depend on tricks or any courtroom drama. She did her homework and hit homerun after homerun. This lady gave my son a chance at a life and got him out of some very bad situations and i will never forget that...I highly recommend her..
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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2023
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Really had my back!
I knew I needed professional help, I would not be able to be non-emotional and handle my divorce on my own. I also knew how important it was to have an attorney in my home county. I reached out to CCR and had a consult with Natalie Teston. Right from the start, our personalities meshed and I felt Natalie would be the correct legal rep I needed in my corner. I hired her and along with her paralegal Gina Rios, they kept me strong and watched my back. From start to finish it took about 5 months and with their guidance, we were able to finalize the divorce without mediation or being in front of a judge. I would highly recommend Natalie Teston. She listens, she cares, and she has your back!
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Posted by anonymous | October 3, 2022
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Georgia’s Best Family Law Attorney
Natalie Teston is the best family law attorney in the state of Georgia! She restored my family and did what no other lawyer could. Natalie and Dawn went above and beyond in every aspect of our case and got results that didn’t seem achievable. I had the misfortune of having to cycle through and interview many “top” attorneys around Atlanta and none of them hold a candle to Natalie. Natalie genuinely listened to our concerns and devised the best strategy possible and delivered the verdict we needed. Natalie is extremely polite and professional with opposing counsel but is a force to be reckoned with in her filings and during trial. I truly cannot imagine anyone beating Natalie. Dawn totally emotionally supported me throughout this process, kept our case organized when I was frazzled, and advocated for our family as if we were part of hers. I trust them both completely and I’m so grateful for their hard work!
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Posted by James | September 28, 2022
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Amazing law firm couldn’t ask for better
I can’t say any better then the fact that the team of Natalie and Dawn along with the rest of the group at Coleman and Chambers are the most professional and nicest people. Natalie took my case in middle of a nasty storm and turned it around and most definitely gave me a better outcome then I could have hoped for. Dawn I can’t speak highly enough about her and how she was always fast to communicate and always there when I needed her she really was more like a mother when I needed it the most. The team of Natalie and Dawn got me my 50/50 custody with my kids and made sure I got my fair share of the assets they are a force to be recon with thank y’all so much your like family !
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Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2022
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very concise and honest
When I needed assistance with a family law issue, Natalie came recommended by another lawyer with whom I trust fully so I knew I would be in good hands with her. She was very professional and and eager to help answer my questions. She was very concise and honest about my situation and did not just say what I wanted to hear and discussed various options with me. I was very happy to have Natalie on my side and would highly recommend.
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Posted by Stephanie | July 8, 2022
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Best Lawyer Ever !
My son was going to be in need of a lawyer for his soon to be baby girl. I found Natalie and I sure am glad I did. Over the past 3 yrs now she has been involved in our lives with getting custody for my son and then doing modifications and still being able to get the best out come for them. Natalie and her crew are the best keeping us informed and letting us know what needs to be done. I would never use anyone else in cases like my sons. Highly recommeded.
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Posted by Brannan Williamson | June 21, 2022
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Highly recommend
Natalie Teston went above and beyond while representing me in my pursuit of legitimation and child custody. I went from having no legal rights or say in the care of my son to gaining sole custody in 9-10 months. She and Gina were very communicative, patiently explaining the processes and legal jargon. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome and the work she put in to bring my family back together. I would definitely recommend this family law firm.
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Posted by Mike | May 25, 2022
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Very knowledgeable and responsive!
Natalie and Dawn were incredibly knowledgeable and responsive throughout the entire ordeal. When my custody battle began, I was worried how things would work out. Natalie immediately put me at ease, clearly having a thorough knowledge of family law. Dawn was always quick to respond to my numerous questions. They worked tirelessly to get me the best outcome that I could expect.
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Posted by Brian | May 24, 2022
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Hiring Natalie will be the best decision you'll make.
I was really caught off guard when my wife of 30 years filed for divorce. I met with Natalie after my first attorney failed miserably representing me in my divorce. After my consultation with Natalie I could tell she was very professional, ethical and would protect me during my divorce. Natalie had to simultaneously clean up the mess my first attorney made and got my case moving in the right direction. Natalie excels at keeping her clients informed, I was always kept informed about every detail of my case. When I would email or call I would always get a quick and thoughtful response to my questions or concerns. When Natalie would send something to opposing counsel it was always sent to me for approval. If I didn’t understand something or had questions they were always addressed quickly and nothing was done unless I fully understood the process. Communication was excellent from start to finish. Natalie was always very clear when it came to strategy, she also kept me very realistic when it came to my expectations which I greatly appreciated. Natalie helped me avoid the many pitfalls of a divorce and every move she made was designed to protect me and to get the best judgement possible in my divorce. I was required to do court ordered mediation. Natalie, Sarah and I met with my wife and opposing counsel for over 9 hours of mediation. Honestly it didn’t even feel like a fair fight. Not only did I get what I needed, I got more than I expected. One thing I learned in this process you are most likely never going to get everything you want but a great attorney like Natalie will get you everything you need. In my case I got that and then some. In my case I was able to avoid court, if I had to go that route I would have felt very confident with Natalie by my side. There were several times after binding mediation my wife and opposing counsel would try to overturn key issues or make unfounded accusations. Natalie would defend me vigorously and opposing counsel would back down every time. As I stated before this wasn’t even a fair fight with Natalie representing me. During my divorce I experienced what it was like to hire an unethical attorney, the sense of relief I felt after I hired Natalie I’m not sure I can express with words. Divorce is really hard and extremely emotional, hiring the right attorney from the start is one of the most important decisions you will make. Hiring Natalie is without a doubt the best decision you are going to make in your divorce. Natalie, Sarah and Gina are all fantastic. They all worked very hard to help me through this very difficult process. I am very thankful and feel blessed that I found them, I will never forget everything they did for me.
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Cost

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  • Hourly Rates $ 300-350 per hour
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP
  • 2012 - Present
  • Associate Attorney
  • McDonald, Cody & Cook, LLC
  • 2011 - 2011
  • Legal Intern
  • United States Securities & Exchange Comm.
  • 2010 - 2010
  • Summer Associate
  • Siqueria Castro Advogados -- Brazil
  • 2009 - 2009
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Education

  • University of Georgia, Athens
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2008
  • University of Georgia, Athens
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2008
  • University of Georgia School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A

Associations

  • Hall County Chamber of Commerce
  • Member
  • 2020 - Present
  • Gainesville-Northeastern Circuit Bar Association
  • President
  • 2019 - Present
  • Hall is Home for the Holidays -- Foster Care Christmas
  • Board Member
  • 2019 - Present
  • North Georgia Community Foundation
  • Board of Directors Member
  • 2019 - Present
  • University of Georgia School of Law Alumni Giving
  • Active Contributor
  • 2015 - Present
  • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Active Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Georgia's Legal Food Frenzy
  • Active Participant
  • 2012 - Present
  • Georgia Mountain Food Bank
  • Active Contributor
  • 2012 - Present
  • Chattahoochee American Inn of Court
  • Active Participant
  • 2012 - Present
  • Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association
  • President-Elect
  • 2018 - 2019
  • Hall County GOP
  • General Counsel
  • 2017 - 2019
  • Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County
  • Active Member
  • 2014 - 2015
  • Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
  • President
  • 2013 - 2014
  • Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association
  • Law Day Chair
  • 2012 - 2014
  • Elachee Nature Center
  • Starlight Auction Co-Chair
  • 2012 - 2013
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Best of Hall County 2020 Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer
  • Gainesville Times
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • Best of Hall County 2019 Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer
  • Gainesville Times
  • 2019
  • 40 Under Forty Nominee
  • UGA Alumni Association
  • 2015
  • Leadership Award / Outstanding Young Lawyer
  • Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association
  • 2014
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Speaking Engagements

  • University of North Georgia
  • End Distracted Driving
  • 2016

Attorney endorsements

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Given (2)
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Family Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Natalie is an outstanding young lawyer. Knowledgeable of the law, caring of her clients and charming in all settings, you may be surprised at her ferocity in the courtroom."
Family Attorney | Jan 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Natalie was a friend in law school at UGA Law. I have observed her grow and develop over the course of her career and have continually been impressed. She is hardworking, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Everything you want in your lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Natalie is a passionate advocate for all of her clients and truly cares about the families she serves. Whether the client wants to pursue an amicable settlement or needs to fight for justice with an unrealistic opposing party, she takes a strategic and thoughtful approach to the situation. She lets the client's goals guide her during representation, all the while giving her client the tools and information they need to make an informed decision."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Apr 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Co-worker
"Natalie is very knowledgeable of the law. She is attentive to her clients and gives them a realistic point of view. I have enjoyed working Natalie the last 4 years. I highly endorse and recommend Natalie!"
Unknown Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Natalie is an intelligent, driven, and skilled attorney. You will be well served with her working on your case. I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Oct 17
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Gainesville Child custody Lawyer Natalie Vickers Teston
Natalie Vickers Teston
Child custody Attorney
Gainesville, GA
Licensed for 12 years
Virtual consultation available