Child Visitation Attorney in Barrow County
Representation for Parents, Grandparents, & Families in Winder and Beyond
Georgia family law creates two distinct paths for visitation. Parents seeking parenting time work under one legal standard, while grandparents and other relatives face a significantly higher bar requiring clear and convincing evidence of harm to the child. At Mitchell & Crunk Law Firm, we represent clients on both tracks, building a strategy around the specific standard that applies to each family’s situation.
Our firm is based in Barrow County and also serves families in Jackson, Walton, Gwinnett, Oconee, Clarke, Hall, and Banks Counties. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation, or call us directly at (678) 701-6252.
A Case Team Built Around Your Family’s Situation
Founding Attorney and Managing Partner H. Douglas Mitchell and Attorney and Partner Matthew S. Crunk lead a family law practice that has handled thousands of matters over more than two decades. Every client works with a dedicated case team that includes an attorney, a paralegal, and a legal assistant. That structure keeps your case moving and means someone who knows your file is reachable.
No two visitation matters are the same. Whether you’re a noncustodial parent trying to secure consistent parenting time or a grandparent concerned about losing contact with a grandchild, we develop a legal strategy built around your specific circumstances rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
What We Handle in Visitation Cases
Our representation covers the full range of visitation matters Barrow County families face. For parents, that means negotiating or litigating parenting time schedules, drafting complete parenting plans, and addressing disputes over holidays, school breaks, transportation, and decision-making authority. Barrow County family law judges expect parenting plans to resolve all of these details, and a thorough plan can reduce future conflict.
For grandparents and other family members, Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 19-7-3 permits a petition for visitation when the child’s parents are separated or divorced, or a parent has died. The petitioner must show by clear and convincing evidence that the child’s health or welfare would be harmed without visitation and that granting visitation serves the child’s best interests. This is a meaningful evidentiary standard, and we counsel grandparent clients honestly about what meeting it requires. O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 separately reflects Georgia’s broader policy of encouraging continuing contact between children and parents and grandparents who can act in the child’s best interest.
Meet Our Team
Put an Experienced Team in Your Corner
If you have found our website, chances are you and your family are going through
a difficult moment. Our team welcomes the opportunity to assist you and is determined
to make a positive difference in your life. When you come to us for help, our Barrow
property division lawyers will listen to your concerns, identify the legal issues
involved in your case, explain the law to you, and provide the effective legal counsel
you need to succeed. Our track record speaks for itself, and we encourage you to
review our testimonials to learn more about what our clients think of our family
law services.
Our Client Testimonials
See Why We Come Trusted & Recommended
Talk to a Visitation Lawyer in Barrow County
If you’re trying to establish, protect, or modify visitation rights, the next step is a conversation. We offer free initial consultations for family law matters and can often accommodate same-day appointments. Payment plans are available. Call us at (678) 701-6252 or use our contact form to tell us about your situation.
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"Mr. Crunk amazed me"This firm out did there self they performed above any expectation I had for them. They walked me through every step. when it was time to go to court in front of the judge Mr crunk amazed me at how he handled things in court he knows what he is doing best money I ever spent- Robbie G.
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"nice and professional"Great people. Emily is so nice and understanding and all the lawyers where nice and professional- Kevin A.
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"I would recommend this office to anyone!"I would recommend this office to anyone! Great people and a fantastic culture. I would look no further when it comes to finding the right law office for your needs.- Chris C.
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"Friendly and knowledgeable"I highly recommend Mitchell & Crunk and thank them for making the chore of properly handling my Will and assets so simple! I talked and they did the rest. Friendly and knowledgeable from the moment you walk in.- Jennifer H.
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"Thank you."This law firm did exactly what I asked for and made it really easy and pain free. I've already referred a few friends to them and I will continue. Thank you.- Troy M.
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"Friendly and knowledgeable from the moment you walk in."I highly recommend Mitchell & Crunk and thank them for making the chore of properly handling my will and assets so simple! I talked and they did the rest. Friendly and knowledgeable from the moment you walk in.- Jenny H
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"I would recommend him to anyone"Crunk did a great job representing my ex-husband. I was pro-she and he was very fair, efficient and respectful in his dealings with me. I would recommend him to anyone.- Sheena D
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"I'm very happy that i chose them!"I wanted to get a will done, so i went to them for estate planning. They were reasonably priced, very helpful answering all of my questions and guiding me when needed. They are very welcoming and friendly. I'm very happy that i chose them!- Cindy S.
