Emily Ann Carr

Emily Ann Carr

4.4
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Cleveland, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

471 S Main St Ste 130, Cleveland, GA

About Emily

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 90%

21 years

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 16 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2009

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Carr Law Group

471 S Main St Ste 130, Cleveland, GA, 30528-1409

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Emily Ann Carr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Vicky | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

My Go-To-Attorney

I have known Emily for quite some time and have needed her council on several family related issues. The most recent was involving my son and the custody of his child in his divorce case. Emily was overly generous with her time and resources to help us in this very touchy situation. She made sure tha...t we had what we needed and advised us on some issues that were very important that we had overlooked. Her legal secretary, Rachel, is one of the most helpful and friendliest people in the profession. Emily represented my other son on another matter and was able to mediate on his behalf to dissolve the issue. The Carr Law Group also handled the closing of my rental property and I was very pleased with the professionalism displayed in the process. Emily will always be my go-to-attorney should I ever have another need for representation. Thanks, Emily! You are the Best!!!!

Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Unprepared in court

Emily represented me in a modified custody case. She delayed the hearing twice because she had not submitted evidence. On the day of the hearing she didn't have a statement prepared and wasn't organized; pulling info from the original case that was no longer relevant arguments that got shut down ...by the judge immediately. Asked several "isn't it true" statements and allowed my ex to say no to all of them without providing evidence to the contrary. When I asked her why she didn't provide evidence that he was lying she said she forgot to file it but this would work . It didn't. She failed to represent my desire and interest. I told her what my desire was and she said the judge wouldn't know what that meant "whole child " so she didn't use it. When he was shooting down my case he used the words "whole child" yet she wouldn't. She missed an opportunity to express to the judge my needs here and therefore not a lot happened for my children during this proceeding. If you have an open close case without much need for a savvy lawyer she can probably get you through the process. But if you need true representation and someone to represent you, I would not suggest this lawyer. Disorganized, unseasoned, doesn't have intuition, and lazy (she didn't prepare)

Emily Carr

Replied last July 05, 2016

I'm sorry that you feel this way as I have built my reputation for excellent legal representation both in and out of the courtroom by being thoroughly prepared and highly organized. I strive to satisfy my clients, however, facts of your case (or lack thereof) play a part in the Court's decision. As I recall, we had a full trial as well as mediation prior. I spent numerous hours preparing and meeting with you regarding your case which did not contain particularly compelling facts to modify custody as you wanted and desired. You received a full trial and the Judge decided. In over 13 years of courtroom experience, I still have not heard the term "whole child", therefore it was not used to the court. Please contact my office if you would like to address this further.

Posted by Skye | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Words aren't enough...

To start off with, I have to say a huge Thank You to Emily! Without her, I'm not sure where I would be! After fighting a long battle, even though she knew I would have favor she always made sure I was mentally stable and at ease! The whole law firm were to nice and to be honest, talking with them wer...e like talking to family or my closet friends. She made sure I had everything I needed for when we finally went to court, she never gave up on me and made sure that I was taken care of. Even though I probably was a pain at times and would get upset, not because of her but the situation, she made sure she'd put me back to reality and focus! When I met her face to face, she was amazing. They all were. She listened and showed she cared about my feelings and what my concerns are. She made sure I was ready for not only the good things but also prepared for the bad, just in case but she was so confident which helped me more then anything. I honestly didn't have to do much in court, only sit there and talk to her when I needed too. She is to the point and handled everything amazingly! Like I said, I never had to say a word. God had truly blessed me with her and the firm especially since this was my first time having to ever go to court and do something like this. If I ever need a Georgia attorney, I will not hesitate to get her again! I recommend her and her firm to everyone! They are so nice and family oreinated. Beyond blessed. Like I said, I can't even put in words on how my experience was and I'm hoping this comes close to my excitement and how she has brought happiness back into not only mine but my children! She has made my world complete and made my boys have no more worries or broken hearts!!!

Emily Carr

Replied last August 21, 2015

Thank you for your review, Skye. Give a hug to your sweet boys for me!

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2015 | Child Custody

Review

I had to retain Emily three times and all three I won. I was in battle back and forth with my ex-husband concerning my children. She spent personal time on this and I was always able to call upon her and I fekt the price was fair.

Emily Carr

Replied last March 31, 2015

Thank you for your review and your business!

Posted by Amber | March 31, 2015 | Child Custody

Best Attorney Experience

I used Emily Carr for Child Custody and could not have been sent to a better attorney. She was intelligent, honest, and compassionate. Emily in my view went above and beyond my expectations. Her staff was always prompt and courteous. I would recommend, and have recommended, Carr Law Office be anyone'...s first choice.

Emily Carr

Replied last March 31, 2015

Thank you for your review. This will be helpful to others that are in need of a child custody attorney. Also, thank you for your referrals.

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Emily Ann Carr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Bishop

Family lawyer | Mar 14

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"Emily is an outstanding attorney. She is a strong advocate that is willing and able to adequately present her clients cases in an appropriate manner to achieve the desired result."

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Marie Evans

Child custody lawyer | Apr 01

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great attorney who advocates for her client's best interest and is remarkable to work with."

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Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Carr and Kiker Law Offices

2005 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Diane Heindel, P.C

2003 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Smith County District Attorney

Associations

2012 - Present

Mountain Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

Mountain Judicial Bar Association

2010 - Present

Enotah Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Attorney Member

2009 - Present

Rotary Club of White County

Member

2009 - Present

Enotah Judicial Circuit Bar Association

2011 - 2013

White County Chamber of Commerce Board

Board Member

2005 - 2007

Smith County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2005 - 2007

Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Education

2003

Southern Methodist University

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Texas at Arlington

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Languages

English

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