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One Family at a Time!!!

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Fighting for Justice

One Family at a Time!!!

Schedule a Consultation Call Now (770) 741-1570

Douglasville and Atlanta Family Law Attorneys

Divorce, Custody, Legitimation, Child Support, and Estate Planning

Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC is a family law firm serving clients throughout Douglasville and the Atlanta metropolitan area. The firm represents clients in divorce, child custody, legitimation, and child support matters, and also assists clients with wills, trusts, and estate planning.

Family law matters are often among the most emotionally difficult circumstances a person will face. Our attorneys provide clear guidance throughout the legal process, so that clients understand their options and what to expect at each stage of their matter.

The firm offers both in-person consultations and remote appointments. With offices in Douglasville and Atlanta, Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC serves clients in Fulton, Douglas, Paulding, Cobb, Gwinnett, Coweta, Henry, and Muscogee Counties, as well as portions of southern Georgia. Contact our office to schedule a consultation.

Our Practice Areas

Divorce

Representation in contested and uncontested divorce matters, including property division, alimony, and related issues.

Child Custody

Legal and physical custody, parenting plans, visitation, and modification of existing custody orders.

Legitimation

Establishing the legal rights of unmarried fathers with respect to their children under Georgia law.

Child Support

Establishment, enforcement, and modification of child support obligations.

Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning

Wills, trusts, and related planning to help clients provide for their families.

Meet The Team

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SUPER LAWYERS 8 YEARS IN A ROW

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OUR PRACTICE AREAS

YOU DESERVE A TEAM WHO ACTUALLY SHOWS UP

At Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC, responsive communication isn’t a courtesy — it’s our standard. From your first consultation through the resolution of your matter, our customer service team ensures you are always informed, always supported, and never left wondering what comes next.

Prompt responses

All messages returned within two business days — because your time matters.

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A dedicated point of contact

One consistent team member who knows your matter inside and out.

Clear, plain-language communication

No jargon, no confusion — just honest, straightforward guidance.

Already a client? Access your case information 24/7 through our secure client portal — documents, updates, and messages all in one place. Questions? Email us at humanresources@chisolmtrimblelaw.com

“Our commitment to customer service is the foundation of everything we do. When you work with us, you’re not just a case number — you’re our priority.” — Chisolm Trimble & Associates

Recent Blog Posts

Contested Divorce in Georgia: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Chimere Chisolm-Trimble, Esq • October 27, 2026

Going through a contested divorce in Georgia? Learn each step, from filing and temporary hearings to mediation and trial, from the Douglasville attorneys at Chisolm Trimble & Associates.

How Georgia Judges Decide Custody: The Best Interests of the Child

By Chimere Chisolm-Trimble, Esq • September 14, 2026

When parents can't agree on custody, a Georgia judge decides for them — and every custody decision in this state comes down to a single question: what arrangement serves the best interests of the child ? This standard, written into Georgia law, gives judges broad discretion. There's no automatic preference for mothers over fathers, no formula, and no presumption that a 50/50 split is right for every family. Instead, the judge examines the whole picture of your child's life and each parent's role in it. Georgia law lists specific factors judges may weigh, including the emotional bond between each parent and the child, each parent's ability to provide a stable home, involvement in the child's education and daily routine, each parent's work schedule, the child's ties to school and community, and each parent's mental and physical health. One factor parents often underestimate: the court looks closely at each parent's willingness to foster the child's relationship with the other parent . A parent who badmouths the other or interferes with visitation can hurt their own case badly. Your child's voice may also matter. In Georgia, a child who is 14 or older may choose which parent to live with , and that election is presumed valid unless the judge finds it isn't in the child's best interests. Children between 11 and 13 may have their preference considered, but the judge decides how much weight it deserves. Judges may also consider evidence from guardians ad litem, custody evaluators, teachers, and counselors. Because the best interests standard is so flexible, preparation wins custody cases. Documenting your involvement in your child's life — school events, medical appointments, daily caregiving — matters far more than what you say in the courtroom. At Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC, we help parents in Douglasville and the Metro Atlanta area build the strongest possible case for the arrangement their children need. Call 770-741-1570 or visit www.chisolmtrimblelaw.com to schedule a consultation.

How Child Support Is Calculated in Georgia: The Income Shares Model Explained

By Chimere Chisolm-Trimble, Esq • September 11, 2026

Parents facing a custody case almost always ask the same question early: how much will child support be? Georgia answers with a formula called the income shares model . The idea is simple — a child should receive the same proportion of parental income they would have received if the parents lived together. The court combines both parents' gross monthly incomes, looks up the basic child support obligation for that combined income on Georgia's official schedule, and then divides that obligation between the parents in proportion to what each one earns. Here's a simplified example: if one parent earns $4,000 a month and the other earns $2,000, their combined income is $6,000 — meaning one parent is responsible for roughly two-thirds of the support obligation and the other for one-third. The parent without primary physical custody typically pays their share to the custodial parent, who is presumed to spend their share directly on the child. Gross income is defined broadly: salary, commissions, bonuses, self-employment income, rental income, and more all count — and a parent who is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed can have income imputed to them based on earning capacity. The base formula is only the starting point. Georgia adds adjustments for health insurance premiums and work-related childcare costs , and judges may apply deviations up or down for things like extraordinary medical or educational expenses, travel costs for visitation, and parenting time — for example, when the noncustodial parent has the child a substantial portion of the time. This is where cases are won and lost: two families with identical incomes can end up with very different support orders depending on how these adjustments and deviations are argued. Georgia provides an online child support calculator, but plugging in numbers is not the same as knowing which numbers to plug in — or which deviations to fight for. At Chisolm Trimble & Associates, LLC, we help parents in Douglasville and Metro Atlanta ensure support orders are accurate and fair, whether you'll be paying or receiving. Call 770-741-1570 or visit www.chisolmtrimblelaw.com to schedule a consultation.