About

Meet Stephen

Stephen Bonanno has been a cornerstone of family law in West Georgia since 1997, delivering high-quality representation with a focus on divorce and custody cases. His deep understanding and expertise in these areas stem from his early career as an assistant district attorney in the Coweta Judicial Circuit, a role he served in for six years after graduating from Emory Law School, one of the nation's top law schools.

Throughout his extensive career, Stephen has handled thousands of family law cases, including landmark decisions such as the trial level success in Bodne v. Bodne, which significantly impacted custody law in Georgia. His dedication and skill have earned him a very high rating in legal ability and ethical standards from his peers, as surveyed by Martindate-Hubbell.

A native of Northport, Long Island, Stephen chose to make the South his home after his time at Emory. Outside the courtroom, he is a passionate fan of sports and music, often found celebrating wins from his favorite teams—the Pittsburgh Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins. Stephen is also a talented portrait artist, bringing the same level of detail and care to his art as he does to his legal practice.