Natalie Vickers Teston

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Natalie Vickers Teston

4.9
106 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Child custody Lawyer at Gainesville, GA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +5 more

439 Green Street, Gainesville, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Natalie

Biography

Natalie Teston Family Law is here to help you with your Family Law matter in Northeast Georgia.

Natalie has focused her career on helping clients and their families through difficult litigation.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 15%

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%
Adoption 3%

3%
Marriage and Prenuptials 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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+ 4
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 14 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Natalie Teston Family Law

439 Green Street, Gainesville, GA, 30501

natalietestonfamilylaw.com

Natalie Vickers Teston's Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Jim | November 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

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.

Posted by Erica | May 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 hel...ped 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.

Posted by Mike | May 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

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 que...stions. They worked tirelessly to get me the best outcome that I could expect.

Posted by Brandon | December 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

100% Best Choice

Hiring a lawyer is terrifying. Not only are there so many to choose from - you hear so many horrifying stories about bad lawyers. How in the world do you pick a good one? I already had one bad experience with a cartoon of a lawyer in town - Natalie was recommended by a good friend with a similar situ...ation when I was trying to rectify that bad situation. I cannot fully explain how nice it is to have an attorney that's as professional, knowledgeable, and competent as Natalie. It's one of those things you'd have to experience a terrible lawyer, first, to really appreciate it, but you don't want to have to do that. Learn from my mistake - hire Natalie first. Our case was a nightmare, including a great many headaches and delays from the other side (another caricature of a lawyer). Natalie handled it all gracefully, like a true professional.

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Couldn't have been easier!

I am so incredibly happy that I chose Natalie to handle my divorce! From the very beginning (of an incredibly smooth process) she was completely understanding, respected my privacy and my time, and made me feel comfortable each step of the way. She knew which issues were worth arguing over and which ...were not. I knew she was there for my best interest. My ex-husband was quite irrational and tried it all (including accusing me of committing adultery and asking that I pay him alimony), but with Natalie and her team, these were non-issues. They stuck to the facts and I had the best possible outcome. Thank you!

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Natalie Vickers Teston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Arturo Corso

Family lawyer | 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."

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Brandon Honsalek

Family lawyer | 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."

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Sarah Richardson Trahan

Family lawyer | 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."

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Samuel Thomas

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sierra Kimbrell

Family lawyer | 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!"

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Mark Begnaud

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Daniel Burroughs

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Divorce Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2025

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2024

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Divorce Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2024

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice--Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2023

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2023

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2023

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2022

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2022

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2021

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Best of Hall County Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2019

Best of Hall County 2019 Reader's Choice -- Best Lawyer, Gainesville Times

2015

40 Under Forty Nominee, UGA Alumni Association

2014

Leadership Award / Outstanding Young Lawyer, Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Owner, Natalie Teston Family Law

2012 - 2025

Partner, Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP

2011 - 2011

Associate Attorney, McDonald, Cody & Cook, LLC

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, United States Securities & Exchange Comm.

2009 - 2009

Summer Associate, Siqueria Castro Advogados -- Brazil

Associations

2020 - Present

Hall County Chamber of Commerce

Member

2015 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Active Member

2012 - 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

2019 - 2022

Gainesville-Northeastern Circuit Bar Association

President

2019 - 2020

Hall is Home for the Holidays -- Foster Care Christmas

Board Member

2019 - 2023

North Georgia Community Foundation

Board of Directors Member

2018 - 2019

Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association

President-Elect

2017 - 2019

Hall County GOP

General Counsel

2015 - 2016

University of Georgia School of Law Alumni Giving

Active Contributor

2014 - 2015

Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County

Active Member

2013 - 2014

Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association Young Lawyers Division

President

2012 - 2014

Northeastern Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Law Day Chair

2012 - 2013

Elachee Nature Center

Starlight Auction Co-Chair

Education

2008

University of Georgia, Athens

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2008

University of Georgia, Athens

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2021

WSB-TV Channel 2 Action New Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict

2016

University of North Georgia

End Distracted Driving

Languages

English

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