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Meet Meng Lim, a trailblazing jurist known for his unwavering commitment to doing what's right. In January 2015, he achieved historic milestones as the first Asian American elected as a superior court judge in Georgia, presiding over the Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit in rural West Georgia.. A Cambodian native, Lim's journey is a powerful testament to resilience and triumph over adversity. Escaping atrocities in his homeland as a child, he overcame the challenges of refugee life, embodying strong morals and upholding the law in his adoptive country. His compelling narrative epitomizes the American Dream, illustrating how dedication and perseverance lead to professional and political success.. Attorney Meng Lim is more than a legal authority; he is a symbol of hope and inspiration in the community he serves. Embraced by the people as one of their own, his dedication to justice and community welfare reflects a deep connection to principles that make our legal system strong and compassionate.. Join Meng Lim on his mission to uphold justice, foster inclusivity, and contribute to the betterment of the community. Experience the embodiment of resilience and triumph through a jurist who, with strong morals, continues to be a beacon of justice for the future.

Currently a Partner at Bair Wilson Sharma, LLC, located in Peachtree Corners, Georiga.  I earned my Juris Doctorate degree from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami Gardens, Florida, and graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and English, while minoring in Biology. While at Georgia State, I was a member of the baseball team and was my team's representative for the Student Athlete Advisement Council.. After receiving my Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University, I worked in the non-profit field in Gwinnett County, Georgia, helping low income families obtain financial stability. I began my legal career at a Marietta firm, where I cultivated my love for Family Law. While there, I was tasked with representing clients in family law matters involving custody, support, and visitation issues. I was also given sole responsibility for running the firm’s Lawrenceville, GA office.  After moving to a local firm, which specializes in Immigration and Criminal, I was given sole responsibility for running the firm’s family law department. Additionally, I worked with both English and Spanish speaking clients, and began also representing clients in juvenile matters involving deprivations and private dependencies.. I was born in Mesa, Arizona, and have been a resident of Gwinnett County, GA since 1996. When I am not helping clients with their family matters, I love to spend time with my wife and daughter.  I am an avid music listener and love to cook in my spare time.

Deborah Anice Swofford is a Partner at Miles Hansford Tallant, LLC.. Ms. Swofford’s primary practice areas include family law, criminal defence, and general civil litigation. Ms. Swofford is also a certified Domestic and General Mediator.. In addition to legal practice, Ms. Swofford is actively engaged in the community. Ms. Swofford has served her community in the the following positions: the Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Board Member; Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce, Ambassador; and Leadership North Fulton Class of 2019. Ms. Swofford is also an active participant in the Atlanta Lawn and Tennis Association, United States Tennis Association, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training.. In 2009, Ms. Swofford Graduated from Georgia Southern University and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree, cum laude. While attending Georgia Southern University, Ms. Swofford was engaged in campus wide leadership. As a result of her successful leadership, Ms. Swofford was recruited to participate in leadership training and consulting through the Georgia Southern INSPIRE Leadership Team. In that role, Ms. Swofford was responsible for the leadership development of college and high school students.. Following graduation from Georgia Southern, Ms. Swofford attended the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. In law school, Ms. Swofford was actively involved in the Association of Women Lawyers. Ms. Swofford was also inducted into Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society. Ms. Swofford graduated in May, 2012 and was admitted to the Georgia State Bar in November, 2012.. Ms. Swofford is admitted to practice in Georgia State and Superiors Courts, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court, and in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. She became a certified Domestic and General Mediator in 2018.

I have over 20 years of litigation, transactional and compliance experience. I decided to focus on family law over the past five years because it is the area of law that gives me the most satisfactionn.  Family law allows me to use my knowledge of law, finance and litigation to help my clients acheve thier goals.

I have been practicing law for 29 years and I am licensed in four states: Georgia, Florida, Oregon and Washington DC. I understand the legal system and how it works.  I am a serious advocate for my clients and my interest goes far beyond earning money. Prior clients regularly contact me long after their case is over and I am happy to help them again, or just check in with how they are doing. I believe this is a testament to the fact that I work hard and take each and every case seriously. I look forward to helping people in any way I can.. Feel free to contact me and we will examine your situation thoroughly.

Elizabeth studied at Georgia State University with a business undergraduate concentration. While attending Mercer School of Law, Elizabeth was a member of the Health Law Society and the Association of Women Law Students. She interned at the District Attorney’s office in Muscogee County. In her last year of law school, she worked for a firm doing estate planning and business law.. Elizabeth’s trial experience is extensive, having starting her career as a Public Defender where she represented indigent children and their families in Lagrange, Georgia. She worked with organizations such as the Troup County School System, the Division of Family and Children Services, and the Department of Juvenile Justice. Her experience practicing to advocate for children coupled with her business background has been instrumental in her zealous advocacy for her clients. She has a passion for helping families and their children in difficult times.

Lauren D. Devine is an attorney at Meriwether & Tharp, LLC and has exclusively practiced family law since graduating from law school in 2017. She earned her Juris Doctor (Cum Laude) at Georgia State University College of Law and her bachelor's degree in Mass Media and Political Communication with a minor in Political Science at the University of Missouri. She is also a licensed general civil mediator in the State of Georgia.. While in law school, she co-founded the Georgia State University Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) and was its Vice President for three years. She was also a member of the Family Law Society while in law school. She developed her passion for family law during an internship with a family law attorney. In her third year of law school, Lauren interned with Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation in its Safe Families Office, helping victims of domestic violence obtain Protective Orders to escape abuse. She also interned with the Honorable Jane C. Barwick of the Superior Court of Fulton County, where she observed numerous court proceedings solely involving family law matters and conducted extensive research on the subject of family law. She joined Meriwether & Tharp after graduating and taking the Georgia Bar Examination in July 2017.. Lauren has considerable experience litigating divorce, contempt, family violence, modification, legitimation, and other family law cases. When possible, however, Lauren uses her background and skills to explore creative solutions to reach compromise and settlement, understanding the significant emotional and financial stress litigation causes for her clients. Lauren has extensive experience litigating cases in Forsyth County but also practices in Cherokee and the surrounding Northeastern counties of Georgia, as well as the Atlanta Metropolitan area.. Lauren lives in Forsyth County, Georgia with her husband and two dogs, Jake, and Piper. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors and traveling.

Megan started her legal career as a Police Officer/Detective with the New Orleans Police Department where she eventually went on to train the New Orleans Police Department in domestic violence protocols. She was also named 2010’s Officer of the Year. Megan was also a part of the Atlanta Police Department where she was the first female Valedictorian of the Atlanta Police Department’s Police Academy. After spending time as a Domestic Violence Detective, Megan transitioned her career into family law where she knew her background would translate seamlessly with advocating for families in need. Megan has worked with the Atlanta Trial Lawyers Group, Emory University School of Law, the Georgia Attorney General’s Office, U.S. Attorney’s Office Northern District of Georgia and the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office.

Rhonda Sansone Smith is a 2002 graduate of Louisiana State University where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in History.  She was immediately accepted into the Paul M. Hebert Law School at LSU and obtained her Juris Doctorate in 2005, as well as a Bachelor of Civil Law that same year.  During law school, she was a member of the Legal Association of Women, the Civil Flory Mock Trial Association and obtained an internship with the Innocence Project of New Orleans where she worked with an inmate serving a life sentence.  She also clerked for Lee & Walsh, LLC, one of the preeminent family law firms in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.. Following law school, she served as the Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Annette B. Lasalle, Judge of the Family Court of Baton Rouge in East Baton Rouge Parish.  After her clerkship in Family Court, she began working in the area of family law.  As her husband continued to be promoted within his company, Rhonda followed him to Texas and Georgia, where she also became barred.. Rhonda is active in her community, formerly serving as a member and chair of the Louisiana High School Mock Trial Association and as an attorney-mentor for several high schools.  She was also honored to be a member and serve as president of the Louisiana National Guard Family Support Group for the 256th BSTB in Plaquemine, Louisiana during her husband’s two tours of duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom.. Rhonda is licensed in Georgia courts, including Magistrate, Juvenile, Probate, State and Superior Courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia and Georgia Court of Appeals; Louisiana Courts, including all State Courts, the United States District Courts for the Middle, Eastern and Western Districts, and the First Circuit Court of Appeal; and, Texas courts, including all County Courts, as well as the United States District Courts for the Southern, Eastern, Northern and Western Districts.

As a member of the Florida Bar for over 12 years, Wendy Kwon has formerly been employed by the State Attorney’s Office of the Third Judicial Circuit, in Columbia County, Florida from 2004 through 2015.  Her dedicated experience in prosecution has given her exclusive and essential insight into the prosecution of criminal cases, which she utilizes in the defense of her criminal clients.. Upon relocating back to the Central Florida area where she was raised, Wendy has turned her attention to helping clients with legal issues pertaining to family law, criminal law, traffic infractions, and estate planning.  Clients are important to Wendy and she understands the importance of strong personal attention as well as extensive legal experience and knowledge to guide her clients through every step of the legal process.  Along with her legal partner, Joseph Wirth, together they seek to benefit and support the residents of the Central Florida area with a variety of legal matters.  Wendy Kwon resides in the Central Florida area with her family, including her two young sons.