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Peace of mind through strong legal advocacy.

Since 1989

Catherine Verdery Ryan, Augusta attorney, Since 1989

For more than 30 years, The Law Office of Catherine Verdery Ryan has represented families in Augusta and surrounding counties of Georgia with skill and compassion. We tackle the complex issues of divorce and family law and aggressively pursue compensation for the injured. We are always prepared to fight for you in and out of court, while providing caring and attentive support during these stressful times.

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Your Legal Issues Are Our Mission.

While she is patient and compassionate with clients, Catherine has a reputation as a courtroom “bulldog” who will fiercely fight for you when needed.

Family law

Ms. Ryan draws on her decades of knowledge to customize the solutions to your unique situation. She has handled every scenario, from custody modifications and child support enforcement to domestic violence protection orders and legitimation for unmarried fathers. Ms. Ryan has extensive experience helping clients with uncontested divorces. If a divorcing couple has agreed to terms and is not fighting over children, property or assets, Ms. Ryan can help them move through the divorce process quickly and efficiently.

Personal Injury

The Law Office of Catherine Verdery Ryan helps the injured obtain financial recovery after an accident. We represent victims of car accidents and people hurt by animals or by dangerous conditions on commercial or residential property. Ms. Ryan and her legal team are dedicated to maximizing the compensation for your hardships and suffering caused by someone’s negligence. The insurance companies know we will fight for our clients.

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Testimonials

I really appreciate the services that was given to me. Very professional and her Paralegal is GREAT. She answered all my concerns and worked hard on my behalf.

Denise

Catherine came highly recommended to me by a retired attorney who had previously argued cases against her in court. He told me there was no other attorney who could make him as mad as she did because she was so good at her job. My experience working with her on my case has only verified that claim. In my case, I never doubted that both Catherine and her paralegal wanted what was best for me. They were always honest and straightforward with me, and they were always very responsive to any questions or concerns I had. The monthly invoices let me know exactly how I was being charged with full transparency. I am so grateful to both Catherine and Gabriela for the work they completed on my behalf.

Delaney

Catherine did an awesome job. Highly recommended and the process was fast for uncontested divorce.

JervaY

Best custody lawyer in Augusta! She couldn’t have done a better job!

Chris

Who Gets the Dog? Pet Plans That Don’t Turn Peace Into War

The furry third rail of “friendly” divorce You split the furniture, you mapped the parenting schedule, you even agreed on the refinance. Then four words blow it up: “But he’s my dog.”Pets carry real emotion. In Georgia, they’re treated as property in divorce, but...

Miss This Window, Lose Your Voice: Uncontested Legitimation Explained

The headline no one tells dads You can love your child, be on the birth certificate, and still have no legal say about school, doctors, travel, or where your child lives. In Georgia, if you weren’t married to the mother at birth, you must complete legitimation to be...

One Lawyer for Both of Us? The “Neutral Attorney” Myth

The tempting shortcut that isn’t a shortcut When a couple is calm and cooperative, the idea pops up:“Can one lawyer just do everything for both of us?” Short answer: No. In Georgia, one attorney can’t ethically represent two people whose legal interests may differ in...

Paper Trail, Peace of Mind: The 30-Day Proof Plan That Ends Money Fights

Why “trust me” collapses after the first bill You meant it when you said you’d keep things friendly. Then the mortgage auto-pays, a medical bill arrives, and a streaming subscription renews on the wrong card. Without a clear proof routine, even kind people end up...

Can Respect Survive the Move-Out? The Polite Person’s Guide to Temporary Separation

“Can you stay somewhere else for a bit?”It sounds reasonable. You want the tension to drop, the kids to relax, the house to feel calm again. But the way you leave matters more than why. In Georgia, possession (who’s living there) can shape everything from bill paying...

Friendly… Until the Fine Print: 10 Tiny Clauses That Change Everything

Uncontested divorces are won or lost in the margins. Not on who keeps the house, but on one-liners that control how fast things happen, who pays, and what happens if plans fall through. If you want a drama-free divorce that stays drama-free, sharpen these ten...

One Bank Account, Two Lives: Your 10-Day Money Detox After Filing

Signing the settlement is not the finish line for your finances. Autopays keep running, joint cards keep syncing, and one missed mortgage hits both credit scores. The fix is speed plus structure. Use this 10-day plan to unwind cleanly in Georgia and keep your...

He Says “Skip Child Support”—Will the Court Even Allow That?

You can agree on houses, cars, even dogs—but you can’t just wave away child support. In Georgia, support is the child’s right, not a bargaining chip between adults. Judges approve orders that protect kids, follow the Georgia Child Support Worksheet, and explain any...

No Judge, No Drama: Can We Finalize 100% Outside Court?

The Dream: Sign, File, Finalize… Without Stepping in Court You want a clean, quiet divorce. No hallway anxiety. No waiting for your name to be called. The good news: in many uncontested Georgia cases, if your paperwork is complete and county-compliant, the judge can...

Keep the House, Lose Your Credit? The Refinance Clause Everyone Gets Wrong

The Myth That Torches Credit You want the house. Your ex agrees. The line gets added: “Spouse will refinance when able.”Looks friendly. Reads reasonable. Enforces nothing.If the loan stays in both names, one missed payment dings both credit scores, blocks future...

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16 Ninth Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901

Open Everyday from 9am-5:30pm

Attorney Catherine Verdery Ryan | Divorce, Family Law, Personal Injury

Catherine Ryan is the best attorney in the Augusta area for your uncontested divorce and legitimation cases. With over 30 years of experience, she’s the attorney who will advocate for your rights.