About Treadaway Kristy L — General Practice Rome Georgia
The general practice Rome attorney Kristy L. Treadaway practices with Brinson Askew Berry, a full-service North Georgia firm representing clients across Floyd County and metro Atlanta. The firm’s footprint stretches from Rome through Cartersville and into Cobb County, giving local clients access to a deeper bench than most rural Georgia practices. For example, a Rome-based business owner can rely on a Rome-based attorney without losing the litigation depth typical of an Atlanta firm. Additionally, Floyd County Superior Court at the Floyd County Judicial Building handles substantial civil and domestic dockets.
Attorney Treadaway works across civil, family, and business matters in Rome. Because Brinson Askew Berry has operated in the region since 1944, longstanding relationships with local judges, magistrates, and clerks shape day-to-day case management. Specifically, that institutional knowledge tends to accelerate scheduling and procedural questions.
What Clients Say
Reviewers describe a polished, well-prepared practice with strong communication. A recurring theme is approachability — clients note feeling at ease asking questions, even when matters span complex business or family terrain. Follow-through on filings and hearings is consistently praised.
General Practice Rome — Practice Areas & Services
- Civil litigation: Contract, business tort, and personal injury matters in Floyd County Superior Court.
- Family law: Divorce, custody, and child support actions under Georgia’s domestic relations statutes.
- Estate planning & probate: Wills, advance directives, and probate filings in Floyd County Probate Court.
- Business advising: Entity formation, contracts, and small-business succession.
- Real estate: Closings, easements, and quiet-title actions across North Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Rome cases heard?
Civil and serious criminal matters are filed in Floyd County Superior Court at the Judicial Building, 3 Government Plaza, Rome, GA 30161. Probate and small-estate matters go to Floyd County Probate Court at the same complex. Specifically, magistrate-level disputes under $15,000 may be heard in Floyd County Magistrate Court.
What does an initial consultation cost in Rome?
Initial consultations vary by matter; many full-service firms offer free 15–30 minute screenings, with paid consultations of $200–$400 reserved for substantive case review. Engagement letters spell out hourly rates or flat fees before substantive work begins.
How long do contested divorces take in Floyd County?
Georgia imposes a 30-day waiting period after service before a divorce can be granted. However, contested cases involving custody, business interests, or significant property typically run 6–12 months in Floyd County, depending on docket congestion and discovery scope.
Quick Facts: General Practice in Rome, Georgia
- Floyd County population: Approximately 99,200 residents are served by the local Superior Court — U.S. Census QuickFacts
- Active GA lawyers: Approximately 51,000 active members of the State Bar of Georgia — State Bar of Georgia
- Divorce waiting period: Georgia requires a 30-day post-service period before final divorce — O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3
