Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Family & Criminal Law in Winder, GA
At Cynthia James, Attorney At Law, we bring nearly 25 years of dedicated legal expertise to clients facing family law and criminal law challenges. Our practice combines courtroom experience with personalized representation, offering strategic guidance in divorce, custody, child support, criminal defense, and mediation services. With a background as a former Assistant District Attorney and certification in DUI detection through NHTSA, Cynthia James provides nuanced understanding of both prosecution and defense perspectives. Our team includes a paralegal with over a decade of legal and law enforcement experience, ensuring comprehensive case preparation.We serve clients across Barrow, Jackson, Gwinnett, and surrounding Georgia counties, prioritizing client needs while maintaining strict adherence to legal ethics and professional standards. Our mediation services, certified by the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution, offer cost-effective alternatives for resolving family law disputes. Through consistent advocacy and community engagement, we have built a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in complex legal matters.
Services
Family Law
Criminal Law
Mediation Services
Divorce Cases
Child Custody
DUI Defense
Juvenile Law
Adoption Cases
Traffic Citations
Civil Mediation
Highlights and features
- 25 years of combined legal experience in family and criminal law
- Former Assistant District Attorney with courtroom prosecution insights
- Certified mediator by Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution
- Paralegal with law enforcement and cybersecurity expertise
- Serving clients across 8 Northeast Georgia counties
Associations and certifications
- Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution (GODR)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, alimony, and adoption cases with compassionate representation. We guide clients through complex legal processes while prioritizing their family's best interests. With extensive courtroom experience and mediation certification, we pursue favorable outcomes for clients across Northeast Georgia.
Criminal Defense
We provide aggressive defense for misdemeanor and felony charges including DUI, domestic violence, and traffic violations. Leveraging former prosecution experience and NHTSA DUI certification, our approach combines strategic negotiation with trial-ready preparation to protect clients' rights and minimize legal consequences.
Mediation Services
Certified by Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution, we facilitate mediation for family law and civil matters. This cost-effective alternative to litigation helps parties resolve custody, property division, and support issues through structured negotiation while maintaining procedural fairness and emotional sensitivity.
Juvenile Law
Our juvenile law representation covers delinquency cases and child welfare matters, including DFCS interventions. As experienced Guardian Ad Litem, we advocate for children's best interests while guiding parents through Georgia's juvenile justice system with clear, actionable legal strategies.
Auto Accident
We handle automobile accident claims and related traffic citations, pursuing compensation for injuries and damages. Our approach combines personal injury litigation experience with detailed knowledge of Georgia traffic laws to secure fair settlements or courtroom resolutions for clients.
People
Cynthia James
Attorney & Mediator
With nearly 25 years of legal experience, Cynthia James is a Georgia-certified mediator and former Assistant District Attorney. Licensed in multiple state and federal courts, she specializes in family law, criminal defense, and DUI cases. Active in the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, she brings prosecutorial insight to defense strategies.
Jaqueline Fulton
Paralegal
Over 10 years of legal and security experience, including law enforcement and cybersecurity roles. Provides technical expertise and case analysis support, utilizing advanced technology skills to enhance case preparation and client service efficiency.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients in Barrow, Jackson, Gwinnett, Banks, Athens-Clarke, Oconee, Walton, and Hall counties, including cities like Winder, Braselton, and Lawrenceville.
Do you handle mediation services?
Yes, Attorney James is Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution-certified for family law and civil mediation, offering cost-effective dispute resolution alternatives to litigation.
What criminal defense experience do you have?
With former Assistant District Attorney experience and NHTSA DUI certification, we defend misdemeanor and felony charges including domestic violence, drug cases, and traffic violations.
How long have you practiced law?
Cynthia James has nearly 25 years of legal experience, including prosecution and defense practice, with mediation certification since 2012.
Can you handle juvenile law cases?
Yes, we represent both parents and children in juvenile matters, including delinquency cases and DFCS interventions, with Guardian Ad Litem certification.
