Atty. John William Rife

Atty. John William Rife

Mr. John William Rife is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 10 other areas of law.

Cumming Cumming 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John William Rife at a glance

John William Rife is a Partner based in Cumming, Georgia, practicing at Rife Law Firm Pc. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1992). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1991) and Henderson State University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Forsyth County Bar Association Cobb County Criminal Defense Bar Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Cobb County Bar Association Georgia Bar Association. Serands clients in Cumming, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John William Rife is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 10 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Henderson State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Rife Law Firm PC in Cumming, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John William Rife's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John William Rife 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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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

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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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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 Cumming 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 John William Rife

Where is John William Rife's law office located?
John William Rife's law practice is located in Cumming, Georgia. The firm is Rife Law Firm Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John William Rife handle?
John William Rife focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John William Rife practiced law?
John William Rife has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John William Rife go to law school?
John William Rife earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact John William Rife for a consultation?
You can contact John William Rife directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John William Rife received?
John William Rife's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1991
B.A.
Henderson State University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1992

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