Family Law Information Center (FLIC)

Located on the fourth floor of the Hall County Courthouse (Rooms 459 and 460), the Northeastern Judicial Circuit Family Law Information Center (FLIC) provides assistance to individuals who represent themselves in divorce or legitimation actions (pro se litigants). The Center also has resources and information available for individuals with other related family matters. As with all legal matters, it is strongly recommended that you obtain the services of an attorney.

Important information for individuals representing themselves in divorce or legitimation actions in Hall or Dawson County:

• Individuals filing for divorce in Hall County are required to visit FLIC before obtaining a Court date.
• FLIC is open to walk-ins on a first come, first served, basis from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Arrive early to sign in. WAIT TIMES CAN BE LONG AND TIME IS LIMITED. THE CENTER CLOSES AT 2:00, EVEN IF YOU ARRIVE AND SIGN IN BEFORE 2:00 P.M.. Please understand, due to mandatory furloughs in effect for Hall County, FLIC employees have limited hours and cannot assist individuals beyond those hours. Also check for courthouse closings.
• Appointments are available at other times for individuals unable to visit FLIC during regular walk-in hours. One-time legal consultations are also available for self-represented individuals who have general legal questions about divorce or legitimation. All appointments are subject to a conflict check and financial qualification.
• The Northeastern Judicial Circuit's "Internal Operating Procedures for Domestic Relations Cases" is available here in PDF format for reference and information.

Contact Information
770-531-2463	Hall County Courthouse 225 Green Street, S.E. Gainesville, Georgia 30501

Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program

The Northeastern Judicial Circuit Guardian ad Litem Program recruits, trains, and assists volunteer Guardians ad Litem (GALs) for Hall and Dawson County Superior Court cases where child custody and visitation are disputed. GALs are appointed by the Court in individual cases to serve as fact-finders and represent the best interests of the children. An appointed GAL will interview, visit and attend meetings with the parties/children involved in the case and submit his or her findings and recommendations to the Court. The GAL may also do any follow-up assignments ordered by the Court.

If you are an attorney and interested in serving as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem, please contact 770-533-7757.

Contact Information
770-533-7757	Hall County Courthouse 225 Green Street, S.E. Gainesville, Georgia 30501