Samuel Eugene Thomas
Thomas, Fargione & Cowan Law LLC • Athens, GA
Child Custody Divorce & Separation Family
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Contact
Email
Phone
(706) 510-2673
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Address
585 Research Drive, Athens, GA, 30605, US
Professional
About
Samuel Eugene Thomas is a distinguished attorney based in Athens, Georgia, with a deep-rooted commitment to serving his community. A native of Athens, Samuel graduated from the University of Georgia in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, further honing his legal acumen at the University of Alabama School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 2012. He was officially admitted to the Georgia Bar in June 2013. As a fourth-generation small business owner, Samuel possesses a unique understanding of the challenges faced by families and entrepreneurs in the Athens area. His legal practice at Thomas, Fargione & Cowan Law LLC focuses primarily on family law, specializing in child custody, divorce, and separation matters. Samuel's extensive knowledge and compassionate approach have earned him a reputation as a trusted advocate for his clients during some of their most challenging times. Samuel is actively involved in the legal community, currently serving as the Chair of the Child Support Committee for the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association. His leadership extends to his previous role as Co-Chair of the Law Practice Committee within the same section, as well as his position as Vice-Chair of the Solo/Small Firm Committee of the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association. Samuel E. Thomas is admitted to practice in all State and Superior Courts throughout Georgia, including the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. His dedication to providing exceptional legal services, combined with his local expertise and active community involvement, makes him a leading choice for individuals seeking guidance in family law matters in Athens, Georgia.
About Child Custody Law
Child custody attorneys help parents establish and modify custody arrangements. They advocate for the best interests of children in custody disputes. Common matters include custody disputes, visitation rights, custody modifications, parenting plans.
Credentials
Education
2012 University of Alabama JD - Juris Doctor 2010 University of Georgia, Athens BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2023 Best of the Best-Family Law, OnlineAthens 2021 Super Lawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2020 Athens' Favorite Lawyer to Sort Out Your Affairs, Flagpole Magazine 2019 Athens' Favorite Lawyer to Sort Out Your Affairs, Flagpole Magazine 2018 Lead Counsel, Thomson Reuters
Publications
2022 American Bar Association publication Cost Effective Child Custody Litigation 2021 American Journal of Family Law Technology Needed to Effectively Represent Modest Means Family Law Clients. 2013 Athens Banner Herald Attorney Becomes Fourth-Generation Athens Business Owner
Associations
2022 - Present American Bar Association, Family Law Section Chair- Adoption Committee 2013 - Present Georgia State Bar Association, Family Law Section Member 2010 - Present American Bar Association Member 2010 - Present Phi Alpha Delta Member 2017 - 2018 American Bar Association, Family Law Section Vice Chair, Alimony Committee
Speaking
2019 American Bar Association, Family Law Section Litigating Child Custody on a Shoestring Budget 2016 Phi Alpha Delta-Monthly Meeting Family Law/Owning a Law Firm 2014 Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Meeting Family Law 2010 Local political organization Governor's campaign
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Updated: May 25, 2026