About Noreen

Noreen Banks-Ware is the founding attorney of E.N — Banks-Ware Law Firm, LLC, located in Lithonia, Georgia. Since 1989, she has been practicing law in Georgia, specializing in family law, private damage, and estate administration matters. The company, which she established in 1991, provides legal services to clients throughout DeKalb County and the higher Atlanta region. With over 35 years of experience, Ms. Banks-Ware has developed a popularity for dealing with many legal matters, including excessive-clash divorces, child custody disputes, child support instances, and private personal injury cases. Ms. Banks-Ware earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia in 1989, the place she also completed her Bachelor of Business Administration in 1986.

She is admitted to practice in the State of Georgia, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. In 2006, she became certified in Collaborative Law. This lets the attorney assist clients in resolving complex things with out resorting to litigation—a strategy that emphasizes cooperation and verbal exchange. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Banks-Ware has held several notable positions that highlight her commitment to the legal career.

From 1996 to 2002, she served as a Special Assistant Administrative Law Judge for the Office of State Administrative Hearings. She was also the County Attorney for Lamar County from 1997 to 1999, making records as the first African American appointed by the Lamar County Commissioners. This milestone reflects her dedication to breaking barriers and serving her community. Active involvement in professional organizations is another hallmark of Ms. Banks-Ware's profession. She is a member of the Atlanta Bar Association, DeKalb County Bar Association, State Bar of Georgia, DeKalb Lawyers Association, Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Her contributions to the legal community have now not gone unnoticed; in 2004, she acquired the Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year award from the DeKalb Volunteer Lawyers Foundation, spotting her commitment to offering legal assistance to the ones in want.

Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, Ms. Banks-Ware is dedicated to offering personalized and effective legal advocacy to her clients. Her company is conveniently located at 3636 Panola Road, Suite A, Lithonia, GA 30038. For consultations, she may be reached at (770) 763-7079. Ms. Banks-Ware is still an advocate for her clients, making sure they receive the help and advice important to navigate their legal challenges.

Education

University of Georgia

Law Degree

Accepted Jurisdictions

Georgia

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court · Admitted 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1989

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Personal Injury Probate

Legal Services Scope

Divorce Child Custody Child Support Personal Injury Claims

Office Locations

Main Office

 3636 Panola Rd Lithonia GA 30038