Atty. John Benjamin Sumner

Atty. John Benjamin Sumner

Mr. John Benjamin Sumner is a lawyer practicing child protection & advocacy, family law, judicial.

Marietta Marietta 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (470) 964-3275

Profile Summary

About John Benjamin Sumner at a glance

John Benjamin Sumner is a Juv. Ct. J. based in Marietta, Georgia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and Georgia (1993). Educated at Georgia State University (—). Serves clients in Marietta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Benjamin Sumner is a lawyer practicing child protection & advocacy, family law, judicial
  • John received a degree from Georgia State University, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices in Marietta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John Benjamin Sumner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Benjamin Sumner 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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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 Marietta 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 venue, 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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Where is John Benjamin Sumner's law office located?
John Benjamin Sumner's law practice is located in Marietta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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John Benjamin Sumner focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John Benjamin Sumner practiced law?
John Benjamin Sumner has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
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Education

Georgia State University
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Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
Georgia
Admitted: 1993

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