Candace Little - Senior Associate Attorney

Candace Little is an experienced Georgia family law attorney who represents clients in divorce, child custody, legitimation, child support, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and other domestic relations matters throughout the metro Atlanta area. With over a decade of  experience, she is experienced with leading litigation and promoting divorce settlement through mediation in cases involving crypto currency, high asset divorces, and business ownership. Attorney Little is a seasoned litigator who has tried hundreds of cases and is known for her strong courtroom advocacy and commitment to protecting families during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

Attorney Little earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Georgia State University, graduating magna cum laude. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law, one of the state’s most respected legal institutions. Her academic background in both writing and law allows her to present persuasive legal arguments both in court and in written advocacy for her clients.

As an African American female attorney practicing family law in Georgia, Attorney Little understands the diverse cultural and personal dynamics that often arise in divorce and custody cases. She works closely with clients to ensure their voices are heard, their rights are protected, and their families are given the strongest possible legal representation.

Throughout her career, Attorney Little has represented clients in a wide range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and high-conflict divorce litigation

• Child custody and parenting time disputes

• Child support establishment and modification

• Legitimation and fathers’ rights

• Contempt and enforcement actions

• Adoption and family formation matters

Clients appreciate Attorney Little’s ability to combine compassionate counsel with strategic legal advocacy. She believes that every client deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the legal process.

Outside of the courtroom, Attorney Little remains deeply involved in her community. She is a Christian and an active member of her church where she serves in the Divorce Care ministry as a legal consultant, helping individuals navigate the emotional and legal challenges of divorce.

Attorney Little is also a creative writer and the proud author of The Fourth Man, a novella designed to inspire young women to make mindful and healthy dating decisions. In addition to her writing, she enjoys creating poetry and prose in her spare time.

As a wife and mother of two, Attorney Little understands the joy and pressures of managing a family. She is active in her sorority and regularly participates in community initiatives throughout the Atlanta area.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

A former named partner at Smith & Little PC, in 2014, Candace Little was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia. She is also admitted to practice in the following courts:

• The Superior and State Courts of Georgia
• All lower courts of the State of Georgia
• The Court of Appeals of Georgia
• The Supreme Court of Georgia

Attorney Little has a published appeal with the Court of Appeals.   Macon v. Davis 364, Ga. App 16  (2022). She has also appeared online in podcasts and entertainment media, including portraying herself in the storyline “Anthony and Amber” featured in YouTube sketches by comedian DeWayne Colley, professionally known as “Kountry Wayne.”

You can follow Attorney Little on social media at @AttorneyLittle.