Sarah Elizabeth Richardson Trahan

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Sarah Elizabeth Richardson Trahan

also known as Sarah R. Trahan

5.0
50 reviews
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Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 7 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more
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Reason: In-House Counsel

About Sarah

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

Sole Custody, Joint Custody, Visitation/Parenting Time, Contempt, Child Custody Modification, Legitimation, Multi State Parenting Plans

30%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Contested and Uncontested Divorce Cases, including issues of Child Custody and Parenting Time, Child Support, Alimony, Property Division, Businesses, Mediation, Trial, Divorce Agreements, etc.

30%
Child Support 25%

Modifications and Contempt

25%
Adoption 10%

Step Parents, Relative, and Adult Adoptions. Name Change actions for minors and adults.

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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+ 2

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 7 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2018

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

No contact information is available for this lawyer

Sarah Elizabeth Richardson Trahan's Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Courtney | February 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Easiest, kindest divorce I've ever seen

Sarah and Dawn were amazing for my divorce. My ex and I wanted to do a settlement instead of the court process, and both Sarah and Dawn made sure to answer all my questions and concerns quickly and with so much grace. They advised me when I wanted to go non-traditional routes but also never once show...ed any judgement about my choices. Sarah I felt had complete confidence and was knowledgeable about every option available. I felt very comfortable and cared for through the whole process. Dawn made signing a breeze and a pleasant experience over all. Highly, HIGHLY recommend this duo!

Posted by Matt | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great to work with!

Sarah and her paralegal Dawn were a pleasure to work with during my divorce. They constantly kept me up to date with what was happening and well as what was to be expected. I would definitely recommend them to anyone that needs it.

Posted by Lindsey | September 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney!

Sarah was such a wonderful attorney during the entire divorce process. She was very thorough, communicative, level-headed, and I always knew whatever recommendation she made was for my best interest now and in the future. I have already referred her to a friend and highly recommend her to anyone re...ading these reviews.

Posted by Debby | April 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Wonderful Experience

Sarah Richardson was a complete pleasure to work with through my divorce. She was compassionate and helpful as she walked my through every step of my divorce. She was always available to answer my questions and explain everything to me. She worked quickly and diligently to get me the best outcome. I ...have nothing but the highest regard for her. She made this difficult situation bearable. I cannot recommend her enough.

Posted by Stephanie | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellence

My son needed a great lawyer and I cant say enough about Sarah and her team. She helped my son to get custody of his little girl. It was a sad situation and Sarah helped to make it better. She returned phone calls when he had a question or a problem. She was at each court date there was and everythin...g went as well as it could have. She was very supportive and advised him of every possible out come to each situation. I would recommend to anyone and everyone that is in a custody position to go and talk with her and her team.

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Sarah Elizabeth Richardson Trahan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Natalie Teston

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sarah has worked with our team for over three years now! She is our "go to" person when it comes to analyzing volumes of documents and researching difficult to understand issues. There is no way our firm could handle the level of complexity that our cases entail without Sarah! She is also deadly in the courtroom and gets fantastic results. If you have a case against Sarah, beware! She is going to come to court ready for action! If you're looking for an honest and hardworking lawyer to handle your family law case, give Sarah a call!"

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Samuel Thomas

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clinton Teston

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Sierra Kimbrell

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Samuel Thomas

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kira Abernathy

Family lawyer

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Natalie Teston

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2024

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

2024

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 Family Law Firm, Gainesville Times

2018

Dean's Community Service Award, University of Alabama School of Law

2018

Certificate in Public Interest Law, University of Alabama School of Law

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Partner, Natalie Teston Family Law

2018 - 2025

Associate Attorney, Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP

2017 - 2018

Student Mediator, University of Alabama School of Law Mediation Clinic

Associations

2025 - Present

Children's Center for Hope and Healing

Board Member

2025 - Present

Gainesville-Northeastern Circuit Bar Association

Vice President

2024 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division

Representative Council - Northern District

2024 - Present

WomenSource

Member

2020 - Present

Junior League of Gainesville - Hall County

Member

Daughters of the American Revolution

Member

2024 - 2025

Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association

Secretary

2023 - 2024

State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyer Division

YLD Leadership Academy

2021 - 2023

Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association

President, Young Lawyer Division

Sample of Legal Cases

Fitzgerald v. Fitzgerald

Judgment Affirmed

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Education

2018

University of Alabama School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2015

University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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