Atty. Thomas J. Browning

Atty. Thomas J. Browning

Editor, Woodrow Wilson Yearbook, Verdict, 1973. Law Clerk to Judge Luther C.

Marietta Marietta 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Browning at a glance

Thomas J. Browning is a Senior Partner based in Marietta, Georgia, practicing at Browning & Smith, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, and paternity. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at Woodrow Wilson College of Law (J.D. Magna, 1973) and Oglethorpe University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Common Law Marriage Update, General Practice Section, 1997) Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (Vice President, 1984-1986, Cobb County Bar Association State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Marietta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Editor, Woodrow Wilson Yearbook, Verdict, 1973
  • Law Clerk to Judge Luther C. Hames, Cobb Superior Court, 1973-1975
  • Author, "A Glance at Summary Judgment," Mercer Law Review, Vol. 27, No. 1, Fall 1974

President

  • Cherokee Heights Civic Association, 1978-1979
  • West Cobb Community Association, 1983-1984
  • Trustee, 1984-1988, Vice Chairman, 1988-1995 and Chairman, 1995-2000, Joseph T. Walker School
  • Chairman, Cobb County Democratic Party Reelection Committee, 1988
  • Member, Oglethorpe University National Alumni Board, 1992-1996
  • Director, Georgia State Bank, 1995-2007, Participant, Simi-High Tech Trials, Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1995, Chairman, Downtown Marietta Development Authority, 2000—, Chairman, Successful Trial Lawyer Seminars 1996-2009, Institute of Continuing Legal Education, Georgia Trial Lawyers Family Law Section Co-Chairman 2009-2010, Speaker, Institute for Continuing Judicial Education 2008, "Logistical Nightmares in Jury Trials/Child Support," Co-Author "Marry Me - But Sign Here First," Family Law Review 2007, Author "Courtroom Documentary Evidence," GTLA Verdict 2010

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Browning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. Browning 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

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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Paternity

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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 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 Thomas J. Browning

Where is Thomas J. Browning's law office located?
Thomas J. Browning's law practice is located in Marietta, Georgia. The firm is Browning & Smith, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Browning handle?
Thomas J. Browning focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, paternity. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Thomas J. Browning practiced law?
Thomas J. Browning has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Thomas J. Browning go to law school?
Thomas J. Browning earned their education at (J.D. Magna, 1973); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Thomas J. Browning for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J. Browning received?
Thomas J. Browning's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Magna
Woodrow Wilson College of Law
- 1973
A.B.
Oglethorpe University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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