Attorney Cynthia James has almost 25 years of experience in family and criminal law and is a Georgia-certified mediator.  Both the law office and Piedmont Mediation, LLC are located in beautiful downtown Winder, Georgia.  Our office empathizes with clients needing our expert legal services.  

Ms. James is licensed to practice by the Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia, the Supreme Court of the State of Georgia, and the Northern District of Georgia Federal Court and is licensed through the State Bar of Georgia. 

As a former Assistant District Attorney, Attorney Cynthia James has extensive knowledge in handling many criminal law issues.  Ms. James remains an active member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has been NHTSA-certified in DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing.

Our Family Law Services include but are not limited to divorce, alimony, custody, parental rights, child support, adoption, and DFCS cases. Other Legal Services we offer include auto accidents, civil trials, wills, and powers of attorney. 


Paralegal Jaqueline Fulton has over ten years of experience in legal and security services, with particular expertise in cybersecurity, law enforcement, and as a paralegal. Her varied background in the security and legal fields allows her to provide quick and thorough assessments. She’s adept at using technology for dynamic solutions and multi-field applications, with a long-standing reputation for reliability and effectiveness.