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Diana Whipkey Young

Diana Whipkey Young

The Young Law Firm
  • Divorce, Family Law, Criminal Law ...
  • Georgia
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Biography

Diana Whipkey Young is a lifelong resident of Marietta, where she has been passionately practicing law since 1983 and has earned the respect of judges and fellow attorneys. Ms. Young developed a solid foundation in the courtroom when she began her career as a prosecutor in the Cobb County Solicitor’s Office. During this time, she gained valuable insight into the courtroom process. Accordingly, Ms. Young’s ability to offer a prosecutor’s perspective compliments her legal knowledge and enhances her understanding of criminal law and how to effectively advocate on her client’s behalf. Diana Whipkey Young’s decades of experience have enabled her to master the complexities of divorce and family law, as well as the relevant social and economic circumstances affecting our diverse community of clients. With Marietta facing one of the most elevated divorce rates in Georgia, Ms. Young excels at providing strong counsel and representation in traditional cases, as well as cutting-edge family law matters, such as international family law and high-asset divorce. Since founding The Young Law Firm, Ms. Young has experienced tremendous success and developed an impressive portfolio of satisfied clients thankful that they came to her for help. Young Law handles family law matters, including divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, property division, alimony and spousal support, fathers’ rights, domestic violence, divorce modification, and wills and probate. In addition, we provide criminal defense, spanning issues involving DUI, administrative license suspensions, minor in possession charges, drug offenses and theft charges. Ms. Young is further skilled in personal injury law, business litigation, contract disputes and general trial litigation.

Education
The University of Georgia School of Law
J.D. (1983)
Honors: Cum Laude
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The University of Georgia School of Law
B.A. (1980) | Journalism
Honors: General Honors, Magna Cum Laude
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Professional Experience
Founding Attorney
The Young Law Firm
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Hicks, March, Casey, and Young, P.C.
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Prosecutor
Cobb County Solicitor's Office
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Awards
AV Preeminent For Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
Martindale-Hubbell
Overall Peer Rating 5.0 out of 5.0
Professional Associations
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Cobb County Bar Association
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Georgia State Bar  # 752567
Member
- Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Georgia
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    DUI & DWI
    Insurance Claims
    Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
    Juvenile Law
    Medical Malpractice
    Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
    Nursing Home Abuse
    Probate
    Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
    Estate Planning
    Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Additional Practice Area
  • Car Accidents
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
www.dianawhipkeyyoung.com
Website
www.dianayounglaw.com
Contact & Map
Our Office
800 Kennesaw Ave NW
Marietta, GA 30060
Telephone: (770) 795-9596
Fax: (770) 795-9878