Atty. Deborah Joy Handelman

Atty. Deborah Joy Handelman

Ms. Deborah Joy Handelman is a lawyer practicing military/veterans, school & college law, technology law and 3 other areas of law.

Albany Albany 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (229) 518-4507 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Deborah Joy Handelman at a glance

Deborah Joy Handelman is a family law, education, government, military, and entertainment attorney based in Albany, Georgia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1989). Educated at University of Georgia J.D. (—). Serands clients in Albany, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ms. Deborah Joy Handelman is a lawyer practicing military/veterans, school & college law, technology law and 3 other areas of law
  • Deborah has been licensed for 37 years
  • Deborah practices in Albany, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Joy Handelman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Joy Handelman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Albany 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 Deborah Joy Handelman

Where is Deborah Joy Handelman's law office located?
Deborah Joy Handelman's law practice is located in Albany, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Joy Handelman handle?
Deborah Joy Handelman focuses on family law, education, government, military, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Deborah Joy Handelman practiced law?
Deborah Joy Handelman has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Deborah Joy Handelman go to law school?
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Education

University of Georgia J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1989

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