Going through a divorce can put a lot of strain on the relationship you have with your kids, particularly if they spend more time with your ex than with you. You likely treasure the time you get to spend with your children, but the risk is always there for the...
Month: January 2020
Who will pay for your attorney fees accrued in a Georgia divorce?
Going through a divorce is an expensive process. You will have to likely split your accumulated assets with your former spouse while adjusting to life without their income. At the same time, you will likely incur thousands of dollars in attorney fees. It is a common...
What visitation rights do you have as a grandparent in Georgia?
Being a grandparent is a beautiful but complex experience. You have a growing and precious bond with the child of your child, but the relationship that you have with your grandchild is typically dependent on the goodwill and cooperation of your child and their spouse....
Georgia’s Equitable Caregiver law and the rights of stepparents
Blended families start when two people who already have children from previous relationships fall in love. Many blended families give children new siblings and new parents that love and support them. Sadly, some blended families, just like some biological families,...
Can you modify the custody or support order from your divorce?
When the courts finalize your divorce, they either approve the terms that you and your spouse set in an uncontested divorce or issue their own terms in various court orders after reviewing the situation carefully. Regardless of whether you and your spouse or the...
Social media and your divorce: A word to the wise
Human beings seem to have an innate need to share their experiences with each other -- and social media provides plenty of opportunities to do just that. Unfortunately, sharing too much on social media during your divorce can end up damaging your case when it comes to...
Are you considering divorce? If so, you’re not alone
January has a reputation for being a popular month for breakups, and it’s true that divorce filings pick up about this time of year. In fact, January has been called “divorce month” in legal circles. Recently, the New York Times questioned whether it is really true...
How to avoid bad social media habits during a divorce
Social media has revolutionized the way people share information. Facebook, Twitter and other social media outlets are platforms for people to express their opinions and share life stories and experiences with friends and followers. However, even the most innocent and...
Divorcing in 2020? What you can do to prepare
The new year is in full swing. For many of us, this means making a fresh start and leaving the stresses and disappointments from last year in the past. People are eager to turn the page. For someone in an unhappy or unfulfilling marriage, this could mean filing for...
Informing your adult child about your divorce
Talking about divorce is rarely easy, especially when it comes to having those conversations with your children. This challenge can become even more complicated when those children are adults themselves. Especially if they are physically separate from the dynamic...