The Atlanta Divorce Law Group has expanded its legal team with the appointment of Jim Powers as Senior Attorney, adding significant courtroom expertise to the firm's family law practice. Powers brings over a decade of litigation experience, including specialized background in domestic violence and child protection cases from his previous role as a prosecutor.
Powers began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney, where he prosecuted felony cases involving domestic violence and crimes against children across multiple judicial circuits. This prosecutorial experience provides him with unique insights into family law cases involving vulnerable parties, particularly domestic violence victims and children. His background includes leading a Special Victims Unit focused on sexual offenses, domestic violence, and crimes against children, as well as supervising younger prosecutors in the Western Judicial Circuit.
Most recently, Powers served in the Northeastern Judicial Circuit, handling complex matters from initial assignment through jury trial. Before joining Atlanta Divorce Law Group, he practiced family law at respected Atlanta-area firms and through his own firm, J. Powers Law, LLC, where he represented clients in complex divorce, custody, and support matters. According to Sara Khaki, Founding Partner of Atlanta Divorce Law Group, "Jim's depth of trial experience, especially in domestic violence and child protection matters, gives him a unique perspective in family law. He approaches every case with a clear focus on advocating for those whose voices are often unheard."
The addition of Powers to the firm enhances its capacity to handle contested divorces, child custody disputes, child support matters, legitimation actions, and high-asset cases. Powers credits his prosecutorial background for developing his trial advocacy and strategic case-building skills, stating, "I've prosecuted some of the most difficult cases involving family harm, which helps me guide clients through conflict with clarity and resolve. The goal is always to help families reach a true Happily Ever After Divorce, one where fighting ends and everyone can move forward stronger."
This strategic hire reflects the growing complexity of family law cases and the increasing need for attorneys with specialized litigation experience in sensitive domestic matters. For business and technology leaders who may face complex family law situations, the trend toward hiring attorneys with diverse legal backgrounds suggests that firms are developing more sophisticated approaches to handling high-stakes personal legal matters. The move also indicates that legal practices are recognizing the value of attorneys who can navigate both criminal and civil aspects of family conflicts, potentially leading to more comprehensive legal strategies for clients.
Atlanta Divorce Law Group, founded by attorney Sara Khaki, is a boutique family law firm based in Alpharetta, Georgia that helps individuals and families navigate divorce, custody, support, adoption, and related matters. More information about the firm is available at https://atlantadivorcelawgroup.com.
