Canton Divorce & Familly Law Attorneys

Divorce and Family Law Attorneys Serving Canton

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225 Reformation Parkway
Suite 200, Office #29
Canton GA 30114

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Phone: (678) 616-2544
Business Hours

Monday–Friday
8:00am–6:00pm

Weekend Hours

Saturday
By Appointment
Sunday
By Appointment

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About our Canton Divorce Law Office

Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor Canton Divorce Law Offices

Our Canton divorce law firm is committed to supporting clients in the Canton community. With over 20 years of experience, partner Melanie Prehodka brings her expertise in family and divorce law to the Canton location of Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor. Our Canton practice provides services in a variety of divorce and family law categories, including divorce and separation, adoption, child support, and more.

Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Cherokee County

Having served Georgia and the greater Atlanta area for over 20 years, Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor is a trusted presence in North Georgia family and divorce law. Our team of experienced divorce attorneys and family law specialists brought their expertise to the Canton community in 2020 in order to offer compassionate, best-in-class legal counsel to clients in the greater Cherokee County and North Fulton areas.

Whether you’re going through the divorce process, navigating child support or alimony concerns, or dealing with other complex legal issues, you can trust our Canton attorneys to find resolutions that seek your best interest. Our Canton law firm specializes in divorce and family law matters, so each member of our legal team has a deep understanding of the specific challenges you and your family may be facing. More importantly, we offer a compassionate, caring approach to each client’s case.

Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor has been proudly serving the Canton, Ball Ground, Dahlonega, Dawsonville, Fairmount, Flowery Branch, Holly Springs, Jasper, Lula, Waleska, and White areas since 1988! For more information on how our Canton family law office can help you, explore our full list of legal services below, or call to schedule a consultation today.

Live in Cherokee County, Pickens County, Gordon County, Gilmer County, Bartow County, Chattooga County, Whitfield County, Forsyth County, Murray County, Fannin County, Union County, Lumpkin County, or Dawson County? Call us today to schedule a consultation with your local office!

Don't see your county listed? Give us a call for more details on which office location works best for you, as we proudly serve over 100 counties across the State of Georgia!

  1. From Marietta Highway, turn right on Waleska St. and continue until you see the rock formation on the right (before Auto Zone)
  2. Turn right onto Reformation Pkwy and follow to the parking lot in front of the red brick cotton mill. Reformation Brewery will be on your right.
  3. Follow signs for Thrive, the office complex
  4. Enter Suite 200 on the second floor, then ask for Stearns-Montgomery and Proctor at the front desk

The Canton Divorce & Family Law Team

Melanie PrehodkaPartner

  • Name: Melanie Prehodka

  • Phone: 678-616-2544

  • Fax: 770-426-1809

    • Paralegal

    • Heather Morrison – Senior Paralegal to Partner Melanie Prehodka

    Our Canton Law Services

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    Canton Adoption

    At Stearns‑Montgomery & Proctor, uniting children with adoptive parents is one of the best parts of our job. Our Canton family law attorneys help families through the adoption process from start to finish.

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    Annulment Services in Canton

    When considering an annulment the goal is to have your marriage completely eradicated from historical records, while a divorce is concrete and will be documented for life.

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    Child Custody

    Disputes over child custody and visitation are among the most hotly contested in Georgia family law cases. While the court has established legal guidelines to follow, there are always extenuating factors which must be considered.

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    Contested Divorce in Canton

    A contested divorce is where parties cannot reach an agreement on whether to get a divorce or settle on the terms and details of the dissolution.

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    High-Asset Divorce in Canton

    High asset divorces work similarly to normal divorces, with two main differences. First, there’s a lot more at stake—often in terms of your marital investments. Second, there is a lot of unusual complexity.

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    Georgia Child Support

    The process of establishing child support payments often causes anxiety for parents going through the divorce process or paternity suits.

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    Legal Separation in Canton

    Technically, there is no such thing as a legal separation in Canton. However, you can file for a separate maintenance action, defined as a judicial determination to separate spouses and provide support without a judicial termination of the marriage.

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    Canton Divorce Mediation

    Mediation involves meeting with a third party (Mediator) to consult on which issues can be amicably addressed throughout the divorce process.

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    Military Divorce Attorneys

    Divorce is an emotional and often complex topic by itself, but divorcing someone in the military presents a unique set of challenges.

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    No Fault Divorce

    No-fault divorce law gives either party the freedom to sue for divorce with only the claim of “irreconcilable differences.”

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    Same-Sex Divorce

    While same sex partners have the same rights as any other couple under Georgia divorce laws, there are legal complications that can arise when break ups occur.

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    Uncontested Divorce in Canton

    In an uncontested divorce, the couple is in general agreement on getting the divorce and on the terms.

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    Additional Divorce & Family Law Locations Across Atlanta

    Alpharetta Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    11790 Northfall Ln Unit 403 Alpharetta, GA 30009

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday
    By Appointment
    Sunday
    By Appointment
    Buckhead Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    3005 Lookout Pl NE Atlanta, GA 30305

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday
    By Appointment
    Sunday
    By Appointment
    Fayetteville Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    500 W. Lanier Ave STE 905 Fayetteville, Georgia 30214

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday
    By Appointment
    Sunday
    By Appointment
    Johns Creek Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    11340 Lakefield Drive #200 Johns Creek, GA 30097

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday–Sunday
    Closed. Other locations available by appointment.
    Marietta Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    291 SE Alexander St Marietta, GA 30060

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday
    By Appointment
    Sunday
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    Gainesville Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    539 Green St Gainesville, GA 30501

    Monday–Friday
    8:00am–6:00pm

    Saturday
    By Appointment
    Sunday
    By Appointment
    Savannah Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
    443 Montgomery Street Savannah, GA 31401

    Monday–Friday
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    Sunday
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    From Our Clients

    We can talk about our experience, dedication to family law and unique team approach, but there is something more valuable-what our clients say about their personal experience with us.
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    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
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    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "
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    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
    " ...a close-knit, family environment, and the lawyers care about your personal issues. "
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    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "
    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
    " ...a close-knit, family environment, and the lawyers care about your personal issues. "
    " ...Melanie Webre (Prehodka) and her team were very professional and made me feel comfortable from the start … I would recommend ANYONE, if you want to see results! "
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    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "
    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
    " ...a close-knit, family environment, and the lawyers care about your personal issues. "
    " ...Melanie Webre (Prehodka) and her team were very professional and made me feel comfortable from the start … I would recommend ANYONE, if you want to see results! "
    " They know their stuff PERIOD. "
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    "Ms. Webre (Prehodka) is professional, thorough and compassionate to her clients... We are thankful for the supreme service, she gave us."
    " This is a tremendously caring and skilled firm… "
    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "
    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
    " ...a close-knit, family environment, and the lawyers care about your personal issues. "
    " ...Melanie Webre (Prehodka) and her team were very professional and made me feel comfortable from the start … I would recommend ANYONE, if you want to see results! "
    " They know their stuff PERIOD. "
    " Thank you so much Ms. Webre (Prehodka) for making this nightmare go away. You not only brought great emotional comfort to me from the first time you walked in that courtroom, but I also knew I was in good hands legally… "
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    " This is a tremendously caring and skilled firm… "
    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "
    Melanie and her team of professionals provided outstanding service for my legal needs! The attention to detail and walking me through a very challenging experience step-by-step was highly appreciated! All my questions were answered in full in a VERY timely manner. Thank you!
    " ...a close-knit, family environment, and the lawyers care about your personal issues. "
    " ...Melanie Webre (Prehodka) and her team were very professional and made me feel comfortable from the start … I would recommend ANYONE, if you want to see results! "
    " They know their stuff PERIOD. "
    " Thank you so much Ms. Webre (Prehodka) for making this nightmare go away. You not only brought great emotional comfort to me from the first time you walked in that courtroom, but I also knew I was in good hands legally… "
    " Everyone I’ve met from the clerical staff, bookkeepers to the paralegals wants to ensure your questions are answered to the best of their ability - and if they don’t know, they will be expedient in finding out the answer. "
    "Ms. Webre (Prehodka) is professional, thorough and compassionate to her clients... We are thankful for the supreme service, she gave us."
    " This is a tremendously caring and skilled firm… "
    " ..thank you to the amazing set of lawyers, paralegals and staff that dedicated their time and energy to helping my brother. Each person went to bat so strongly, emotionally and passionately for my brother and his children. "

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