COVID-19 Updates

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** Effective January 2022: Due to the current COVID situation and many of our employees working remotely, all in-office meetings of any type (payments, consults, document drop-offs, document completions, document signings, and/or client/team meetings) MUST be coordinated directly with your attorney team and scheduled ahead of time. We are unable to permit walk-in appointments or any non-scheduled visits to any of our offices. **

We are guided by the belief that family and divorce law matters should, when possible, be resolved outside of the Courtroom. We remain a resolution focused law firm, and our attorneys' and resources are open to assist you. As Coronavirus (COVID-19) becomes more of a concern in our local communities, we all must take the necessary precautions. At Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor, we have executed several precautionary measures to protect the safety of our clients and team. We understand the fundamental nature of the service we provide, and we know that emergencies can happen at any point in time. Many of you may have concerns during this difficult time, and as always, Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor is here to help guide you through it. If you need help with a divorce or family law issue, we are available to help you.

 

Click here to read a statement from Mary A. Montgomery, our Founder and Managing Partner.

SM&P Operating Policies during the COVID-19 situation

During this uncertain period of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to practice safe social distancing in accordance with the CDC guidelines. We at Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor want our clients to know that we are dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of our clients and staff. At this time, you can be assured that we will continue to support our clients and we will remain available to assist with your legal needs.

  • We are continuing to operate in a digital work environment - We will continue to serve you via phone, chat, and email during normal business hours (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM) Monday through Friday and on weekends by appointment. Whether you are a current client or a potential client, our attorneys and staff will be available to help you.
  • Virtual meetings available - We will continue to be in contact with you as we diligently help you with your divorce and family law needs. We are implementing social distancing in accordance with CDC recommendations and are scheduling in-person meetings if requested. You are more than welcome to schedule phone calls or video calls with your team.

10 % Discount for First Responders and Medical Staff

To show our appreciation for all medical staff and first responders in the trenches battling the coronavirus (COVID-19), our family law firm, Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor (SM&P), is offering them Ten percent (10 %) off in-house services. The discount will be applied to qualified members* who retain SM&P between April 15 and November 09, 2020. Click here to read more regarding this offer.

Educate Yourself on COVID-19

Information is being dispensed rapidly as communities adjust and brace for the potential impact that Coronavirus may have. Please use caution when reading or sharing new articles that may or may not be credible. For more information about the Coronavirus, please visit the CDC's dedicated COVID-19 page.

How Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor is Exercising Social Distancing

    Virtual Consultations & Meetings

    We are utilizing technology to host virtual consultations & meetings between clients and staff via video conferencing platforms.

    Software

    Our case management software is fully upgraded, which allows us to meet and complete tasks remotely. This ensures that our attorney's and staff are able to communicate remotely with ease.

    Remote Work Capabilities

    Because our systems databases are online - our employees are able to supply you the highest level of service, while keeping to social distancing guidelines and procedures.

    Cloud Based Databases

    All of our case management and databases are integrated in the cloud. This allows us to be online and fully operational.

    Phone System & Chat

    Outside of our virtual meetings, we also offer phone, email, and chat services. These communication outlets allow us to serve you in the absence of in-person meetings, and provide multiple ways for you to get in touch with our attorney's and staff.

    The Courts & Executive Orders

    Alongside the CDC guidelines, our team at Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor is working diligently to keep you informed regarding your case and the court. Many scheduled court hearings will be postponed, reset or cancelled by the courts. That said, some courts are electing to go forward with some matters, either virtually or in person. We are working diligently with the courts to determine whether your particular matter will be postponed, changed to a telephone/video format, or rescheduled and will keep you informed as soon as we have that information.

    Governor Kemp issued an Order clarifying his Executive Order is not intended to interfere with visitation and parenting time. The Order went so far as to indicate the Shelter In Place order entered previously was not to act as a defense to any contempt actions based on a visitation denial. The Amended Executive Order was entered on April 3, 2020 in response to questions and concerns relating to custody orders and parenting time transfers. Click here to read more regarding this executive order.

    To help keep you updated, we have compiled a further list of Executive Orders & Announcements regarding COVID 19 below. Please continue to check back as more information will be updated as it is released.

    Judicial Orders & Announcements

    To help keep you updated, we have compiled a further list of Judicial Orders & Announcements regarding COVID 19 below. Please continue to check back as more information will be updated as it is released.

    Order Extending Declaration of Statewide Judicial Emergency

    The Chief Justice has announced that he will extend the statewide judicial emergency through Wednesday, December 09, 2020. For more detail, please see the below declarations from the Supreme Court of Georgia.

    (Original Order; First Extension Order; Second Extension Order; Third Extension Order; Fourth Extension Order)

     

    Reach Out to Our Metro Atlanta Divorce Attorneys

      If you need an experienced Georgia divorce attorney to act as a strong legal advocate on your behalf, reach out and contact Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor to request a case consultation today. We are available 8am-6pm Monday through Friday, and have availability to consult off hours and weekends for busy professionals.

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