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4.9 /5.0
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Nina Maria Svoren
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Biography
After a two-year stint straight out of law school as an assistant public defender based in Clarkesville, Georgia, I spent the next 22 years in private practice representing people in criminal, domestic, and civil cases. In that time, I found that what I do best, and what I love to do most, is the practice of family law, which includes divorce, alimony, child support, custody, grandparent rights, pre-nuptial agreements, and other matters. For this reason, I decided to open NMS Law Firm, to focus on these types of cases. I graduated from Emory School of Law with a J.D. in 1992 and New York University in 1989, with a B.A. in journalism and politics. I graduated from Murray County (GA) High School in 1985. My husband, Sean A. Black, has lived in Stephens County since the 1970s and I have made Toccoa my home since 1992. We have two children.
Laser-focused on your family law case.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
33 years
Child Custody
30%
33 years
Child Support
10%
33 years
Domestic Violence
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 33 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Mary | April 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Modification of Divorce
I know I thanked her over and over, but completely forgot to recommend Nina. To write a review. This is late, a year late. But I often think of Nina Svoren on how she represented me in a modification of my divorce. I was a ball of nerves and she was sensitive about my needs, She told me I had to be s...
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The best of the best!
Nina was my lawyer for my divorce, 16 years ago, and for my recent child support case. I can not say enough wonderful things about Nina. I would never use another lawyer. She is competent, caring, and kind. She put me at ease during a very stressful situation. My phone calls were always returned with...
Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce lawyer
I hired Svoren to handle my divorce. I was seeking professionalism, judiciousness, succinct and clear communication, as well as fastidious and timely management. Svoren’s approach met each expectation.
Posted by Troy | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Realistically concerned for me
Nina was my second lawyer I hired in my divorce case. If I would have hired her first I feel like matters would have been resolved quicker than they were. She took the time to know what I wanted and then would give me realistic suggestions knowing that money was tight for me, so the case wouldn't dra...
Nina Maria Svoren's Lawyer Endorsements
"Working with Ms. Svoren made settling a contested family matter much easier. Ms. Svoren diligently represents her clients but knows when to push an issue and when to back off so she does not argue about frivolous matters. That makes it easier to work with Ms. Svoren and better for her clients since she can ensure their case is focused and efficiently resolved."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Nina is one of the smartest lawyers that I have ever met. She is amazing at legal research and keeping up with the latest laws to help her clients. She is hard working and dedicated to helping her clients. I often refer Family Law cases to her and she has always taken very good care of any client that I referred to her. She is one of the best lawyers that I know."
"Nina is a smooth talker. She can disarm prosecutors with her soft spoken manner, and before they know it she's made her point to the jury. She is a qualified litigator, and is not afraid of the courtroom. Her skills as a researcher are excellent, and her appellate work is well respected among the bar. Nina is well known in north eastern Georgia, and can call upon her relationships with prosecutors and judges to get the job done. She has earned my respect and admiration,and I am happy that I can call her my friend."
"Nina always going the extra mile for her clients. She researches and throws curve balls at the prosecution. She knows the law cover to cover, which is hard to find. All of her clients are so lucky to have her!"
"Nina is a top notch criminal defense lawyer. I endorse her without hesitation."
"I've known Nina since I began practicing law. At that time, she was the person I would go to any time I needed a sounding board for my ideas on litigating cases. She knows the law and she's a master tactician. You can trust her judgment on the nest way to handle your DUI case."
"If you need a top notch attorney, call Nina. She is a great trial lawyer as well as a talented brief-writer and appellate attorney. You will be in good hands with her."
"I have known Nina for several years now and I am proud to be associated with her. The respect of her peers is shown through the attention she receives when she speaks. Everyone of her peers appreciates the confidence and thoroughness of the work she does. I have referred work to herand would do so in the future. You cannot go wrong following her recommendations. Nina "Rocks"!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Nina's diligence and attention to detail make her a fierce warrior for her clients. All of my referrals to Northeast Georgia go to Nina."
"I have known Nina for years, and no attorney works harder to get the best possible results. Nina is at the forefront of almost every defense used by attorneys today. She works tirelessly for her clients and has my 100% support."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1990
Legal Writing, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, NMS Law Firm
1994 - 2016
Attorney, Healy & Svoren
1992 - 1994
Assistant Public Defender, Mountain Circuit Public Defender's Office
Associations
2000 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
1993 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1992 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1992 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Mountain Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Mountain Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationPast President
1994 - 2005
Toccoa Kiwanis ClubPast President
1993 - 2005
Toccoa Stephens County Community TheatreMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Heard v. State, 325 Ga. App. 135 (2013)
Reversed
Palmer v. State, 282 Ga. 466 (2007)
Trial court reversed
Sellers v. State, 263 Ga. App. 144 (2003)
Reversed
State v Winnie, 242 Ga. App. 228 (2000)
Affirmed
Farmer v. State, 266 Ga. 869 (1996)
Reversed
Griffin v. State, 230 Ga. App. 318 (1998)
Reversed
Harrison v. State, 268 Ga. 574 (1997)
Reversed
Education
1992
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
New York University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
Murray County High School
Speaking Engagements
2017
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
Caselaw and Legislative Update
2014
Georgia DUI Update
Ethics in a DUI Case
2012
Georgia DUI Law Update
DUI Legislative Update
2008
Georgia DUI Law Update
DUI Legislative Update
2005
Handling Administrative Drivers License Suspensions and Revocations
DUI and Drivers License Law Update
2004
Divas of Defense
DUI Caselaw Update
Languages
Croatian