Atty. J. Matthew Anthony
J. Matthew Anthony is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law.
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About J. Matthew Anthony at a glance
J. Matthew Anthony is a family law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Warner Bates McGinnis & Anthony. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia (1990). Educated at Washington and Lee University (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J. Matthew Anthony is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- J. Matthew, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2025
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Matthew Anthony handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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