Atty. David Neil Marple

Atty. David Neil Marple

David N. Marple is the founder of Marple Law Firm, LLC, practicing Domestic Relations and Family Law.

Atlanta Atlanta 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About David Neil Marple at a glance

David Neil Marple is a Managing Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Marple Smith Family Law, LLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1997) and Auburn University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta Bar Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David N. Marple is the founder of Marple Law Firm, LLC, practicing Domestic Relations and Family Law
  • David assists clients in all phases of contested and uncontested cases involving divorce, alimony, equitable division, child custody and visitation, child support, contempt, restraining orders, modification issues, prenuptial agreements and reconciliation agreements
  • David is a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and he is Board Certified in Family Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • David has served on the Board of the Family Law Section of the Atlanta Bar Association (Immediate Past Chair 2013-2014; Chair 2012-2013; Vice-Chair/Chair-Elect 2011-2012; Secretary 2010-2011; Treasurer 2009-2010; Member-at-Large 2005-2009)
  • He has served as the Family Law Committee Treasurer for the Young Lawyer’s Division of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia, and as Assistant Editor for the State Bar of Georgia Family Law Newsletter
  • He is a Barrister of the Charles Longstreet Weltner Family Law Inn of Court
  • David was selected by other lawyers 2014, 2015 and 2016 as a Georgia Super Lawyer, and in 2006 and 2009 as one of Georgia’s Super Lawyers "Rising Stars"
  • David was also selected as Georgia Trend Magazine Legal Elite in 2015
  • He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia
  • David was born in Lafayette, Indiana
  • He graduated from Auburn University with a B.A., cum laude, in 1993
  • David received his J.D. from Drake University Law School in Des Moines, Iowa in 1997. pecialties: Divorce, Alimony, Equitable Division, Child Custody and Visitation, Child Support, Contempt, Restraining Orders, Modification of Child Support, Modification of Custody, Modification of Alimony, Paternity, Legitimation, Prenuptial Agreements and Reconciliation Agreements

Practice Areas Explained

David Neil Marple's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Neil Marple handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Neil Marple

Where is David Neil Marple's law office located?
David Neil Marple's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Marple Smith Family Law, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Neil Marple handle?
David Neil Marple focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David Neil Marple practiced law?
David Neil Marple has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David Neil Marple go to law school?
David Neil Marple earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David Neil Marple for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Neil Marple received?
David Neil Marple's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1997
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997

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