Jonathan J. Tuggle

Top rated Family Law attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Boyd Collar Nolen Tuggle & Roddenbery
Jonathan J. Tuggle
Boyd Collar Nolen Tuggle & Roddenbery

Practice areas: Family Law; view more

Licensed in Georgia since: 1998

Education: Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2004, 2014 - 2026 Selected to Rising Stars: 2007

Boyd Collar Nolen Tuggle & Roddenbery

3330 Cumberland Boulevard
100 City View, Suite 999
Atlanta, GA 30339 Visit website
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Attorney Jonathan J. Tuggle is a founding shareholder of Boyd Collar Nolen Tuggle & Roddenbery, an Atlanta, Georgia, based law firm dedicated to domestic relations and family law matters. In his practice, he represents clients through a broad spectrum of challenging legal issues, including alimony, divorce proceedings, child custody, child support, prenuptial agreements, adoption and annulment cases. He also assists individuals seeking safety and peace of mind by facilitating the enforcement of protective orders against domestic violence.

With over two decades of experience handling sensitive personal matters, Mr. Tuggle brings a compassionate yet strategic approach to domestic relations litigation and dispute resolution. He works closely with clients to guide them through complex domestic challenges while maintaining a strong commitment to protecting their legal rights and family dynamic. His comprehensive background allows him to navigate intricate emotional and financial aspects of family law cases effectively.

Mr. Tuggle’s educational foundation began at the University of Georgia, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1995. He went on to pursue his legal training at Mercer University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor in 1998.

Admitted to practice law in Georgia in 1998, Mr. Tuggle has earned high regard across the legal community for his professional standards and ethical conduct. He holds an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest level of professional distinction and peer recognition in the legal field.

Beyond his practice, Mr. Tuggle actively contributes to the professional legal community and local civic organizations. In 2019, he was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He has served as Past President of the Weltner Family Law Inn of Court and maintains memberships in several legal associations, including the Lawyers Club of Atlanta, the Old War Horse Lawyers Club, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the Cobb County Bar Association and the Atlanta Bar Association.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.

Practice areas

Family Law

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Marital Property, Prenuptial Agreements

  • 100% Family Law

First Admitted: 1998, Georgia

Professional Webpage: https://www.bcntrlaw.com/our-team/attorneys/jonathan-j-tuggl...

Bar / Professional Activity

  • Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2019
  • Georgia
  • Past President, Weltner Family Law Inn of Court
  • Advisory Board, Visions Anew
  • Lawyers Club of Atlanta
  • Will's Club, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
  • Old War Horse Lawyers Club
  • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Cobb County Bar Association
  • Atlanta Bar Association
  • Former Chair of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia, 2014

Educational Background

  • BBA, University of Georgia, 1995

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

  • Moderator, "Ethics Hour: Lessons from the 'Old Guard,'" AAML Georgia Chapter Family Law Seminar, Dec. 2025
  • Multiple additional lectures/contributions to Family Law Institute and Nuts & Bolts of Family Law programs, 2001–2010 (topics included custody/visitation, prenuptial agreements, legitimation/paternity, attorney's fees, and family law case updates)
  • Chair, Nuts & Bolts Seminar, Savannah/Atlanta, 2011
  • Chair, Family Law Institute, Destin, FL, May 2013
  • Panelist, 2nd Annual Complex and High Asset Divorce Seminar, Feb. 2015
  • Panelist/Co-author, Fiduciary Law Institute, July 2015
  • Panelist, 26th Annual John C. Mayoue Family Law Seminar on Professionalism, Feb. 2020
  • "Defining Boundaries Between the Marital and Trust Estates," AAML Georgia Chapter Family Law Seminar, Dec. 2021
  • "We Have Trust Issues," Family Law Institute, June 2023
  • Panelist, "Ethics and Professionalism in Mediation," AAML Georgia Chapter Family Law Seminar, Dec. 2024

Honors

  • First Place and Best Brief, Domenick L. Gabrielli Family Law Moot Court Competition, 1996–1997
  • Quarterfinalist and Best Brief, National Moot Court Competition, 1997–1998
  • State Bar of Georgia Family Law Section Award for Section Achievement, 2013–2014
  • Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide, Family/Matrimonial Law – Band 2, 2021–Present
  • Doyle's Guide – Atlanta: "Leading Family & Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers" and "Leading High Net Worth Family Lawyers," 2025
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Best Lawyers in America, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America, 2021
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2021
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Best Lawyers in America, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America, 2020
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2020
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2019
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the "Legal Elite" from 2015 - 2019, which recognizes Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers., Legal Elite, Georgia Trend, 2019
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2019
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2019
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2018
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the "Legal Elite" from 2015 - 2019, which recognizes Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers., Legal Elite, Georgia Trend, 2018
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2018
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2018
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2017
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the "Legal Elite" from 2015 - 2019, which recognizes Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers., Legal Elite, Georgia Trend, 2017
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2017
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2017
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2016
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the "Legal Elite" from 2015 - 2019, which recognizes Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers., Legal Elite, Georgia Trend, 2016
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2016
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2016
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2015
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the "Legal Elite" from 2015 - 2019, which recognizes Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers., Legal Elite, Georgia Trend, 2015
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2015
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers on the "Top 100 Super Lawyers" list from 2015 - present., Listed, Top 100 Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2015
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers from 2014 - Present., Listed, Georgia Super Lawyers, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2014
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2014
  • Received an award for Section Achievement from the State Bar of Georgia's Family Law Section for 2013-2014., Award for Section Achievement, State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section, 2014
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2013
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2012
  • Recognized by Georgia Trend in the 2012 "40 Under 40 Georgia's Best and Brightest.", Listed, 40 Under 40-Georgia’s Best and Brightest, Georgia Trend, 2012
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law from 2011 - Present., Listed, Best Lawyers in America, Family Law,, Best Lawyers in America, 2011
  • Ray of Hope Philanthropic Award, The Bridge (YLD Family Law Committee), Ray of Hope Philanthropic Award, Young Lawyers Division, Family Law Committee
  • Order of Barristers, Order of Barristers
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability, AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability, Martindale-Hubbell
  • Leadership Academy, Young Lawyer's Division, State Bar of Georgia, Leadership Academy, Young Lawyer's Division, State Bar of Georgia
  • Recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in 2007., Listed, Rising Stars, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2007

Office location for Jonathan J. Tuggle

3330 Cumberland Boulevard
100 City View, Suite 999
Atlanta, GA 30339

Phone: 770-744-0705

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