Family law cases in Georgia are heard in Superior Court, and Middle Georgia’s judicial circuits each have their own judges and local rules. Custody determinations follow the “best interests of the child” standard. Child support is calculated using Georgia’s income shares model. Alimony has no formula — it is entirely at the judge’s discretion. Military divorces, common near Robins Air Force Base, add federal complications around pensions, TRICARE, and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. The five firms below handle family law matters in Middle Georgia.
1. Brodie Law Group — Macon
Brodie Law Group launched a dedicated Family Law Division in 2025 with attorneys and paralegals specifically focused on Middle Georgia families. Lead attorney Ashley Brodie (UGA, Georgia State Law) has practiced since 2007 and personally handles custody cases with a reputation for aggressive courtroom advocacy. The firm operates three offices in Macon, Gray, and Milledgeville. They handle divorce, child custody, child support, modifications, legitimation, contempt actions, and high-net-worth divorce across Macon, Warner Robins, Forsyth, and Baldwin County.
Practice areas: Divorce (contested and uncontested), child custody, child support, alimony, legitimation, custody modification, contempt, high-net-worth divorce.
Address: 4580 Sheraton Dr, Macon, GA 31210
Phone: (478) 239-2780
Website: https://brodielawgroup.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
2. The Law Office of Christine M. Cruse — Warner Robins
Christine Cruse has over 25 years of experience in family law and has been a state-certified mediator since 2006. Located in Warner Robins, she handles contested and uncontested divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, and fathers’ rights cases.
Practice areas: Divorce (contested and uncontested), child custody, visitation, child support, fathers’ rights, mediation.
Address: 128 Tommy Stalnaker Drive, Suite 100, Warner Robins, GA 31088
Phone: (877) 595-0136
Website: https://www.cruse-law.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, flexible hours
3. Varner & Peacock — Warner Robins
Varner & Peacock is one of the largest law firms in Houston County with over 150 years of combined legal experience. Ed Varner has served as Judge Pro Tem in Houston County State Court and as president of the Houston County Bar Association.
Practice areas: Divorce, child custody, child support, legitimation, modification, contempt, juvenile court matters, criminal law.
Address: Warner Robins, GA 31088
Phone: Contact via website
Website: https://varnerpeacock.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
4. Bennett Law & Mediation Services — Warner Robins
Bennett Law & Mediation Services handles divorce cases with emphasis on client communication and proactive representation, particularly in cases involving children and complex property division.
Practice areas: Divorce, child custody, business disputes, family law, mediation services.
Address: Warner Robins, GA
Phone: Contact via website
Website: https://www.bennettlawga.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
5. Williams Law Group — Warner Robins
Attorney Clarence Williams III has over 20 years of experience and previously served as an Assistant District Attorney for Houston County. He handles military divorce, relevant for the Robins AFB community. Direct attorney-client communication is standard.
Practice areas: Divorce, child custody, military divorce, family disputes, criminal defense, DUI, traffic tickets.
Address: Warner Robins, GA
Phone: (800) 340-2304
Website: https://www.williamslawgroup.net
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
FAQ
How is child support calculated in Georgia?
Georgia uses an income shares model. The court looks at both parents’ combined gross monthly income and applies a formula based on the number of children. Deviations are allowed for health insurance costs, childcare expenses, extraordinary medical needs, and travel costs for visitation. A parent earning $4,000 gross per month with one child and no special deviations will typically pay between $800 and $1,000 per month, but every case is different.
How long does a divorce take in Georgia?
Georgia requires a minimum 30-day waiting period after the respondent is served. An uncontested divorce can be done in 45 to 60 days. A contested divorce can take 6 to 18 months or longer.
Does Georgia favor mothers in custody cases?
Georgia law does not presume in favor of either parent. The standard is the “best interests of the child.” Fathers who can document active involvement in daily care, school activities, and medical appointments are on equal legal footing.