About Maria
Maria Justus built a legal path that moves from classrooms in Florida to courtrooms in Georgia. She combines steady attention to detail with a practical approach to counsel. Colleagues describe her as deliberate and approachable. Those qualities inform how she works every day.
She began her academic journey at Florida International University. She went on to earn her law degree from Savannah Law School. The combination of a large public university and a regional law school shaped her grounding in both broad issues and local practice.
After law school, Justus established herself in Georgia. She is licensed to practice in the state and has practiced in the region since completing her studies. Over time she has worked in firm settings where client contact and case management are central responsibilities. Her career has involved courtroom appearances, negotiations, and the procedural work that supports both.
Colleagues and clients note a methodical style. She breaks complex matters into steps and communicates plainly about options and risks. That method serves clients who need clear, practical guidance. She maintains a steady presence during protracted matters and emphasizes preparation ahead of hearings or other critical events.
At The Manely Firm, P.C., she contributes to a team environment that handles a variety of legal matters for individuals and businesses. Her role at the firm includes managing client relationships and guiding cases from intake through resolution. She works alongside other lawyers and staff to move files forward and to keep clients informed at each stage.
Outside the office she keeps up with developments in Georgia law and the procedural changes that affect litigation and transactional work. She participates in professional training and local legal events to stay current. That ongoing engagement helps her adapt practices as rules and precedents evolve.
She currently practices law in Georgia at The Manely Firm, P.C., representing clients across the firm’s practice areas.
