In a Georgia family law case, it is common for the parties to start out with presumptions as to how the court will assess the situation and make its determinations. For example, with child custody, people might immediately think that the court will tilt its decision...
Year: 2021
Georgia’s Equitable Caregiver Act: When does it apply?
Over time, the nature of the family unit has evolved. While the traditional picture of two biological parents and their children is still the most common, non-traditional families have taken their place in society. Georgia law has evolved alongside this change and...
Consider a postnuptial agreement in these circumstances
Couples prepare for possible financial issues when they enter a prenuptial agreement before their marriage. But spouses may also address financial matters and, in a way, develop insurance against possible divorce conflicts by entering a postnuptial agreement after...
What are my options for the family business in a divorce?
Life is full of milestones. You may get married, have children and perhaps even start your own small business with your spouse. Not every marriage is meant to last, however, and some small business owners may find themselves facing divorce. When this happens,...
Who pays child support in Georgia?
Raising a child is expensive, and it can become challenging for parents to juggle the many costs associated with child rearing when their marriages end. In Georgia, the courts can become involved in child support matters pursuant to divorces or through independent...
Are you and your child being subjected to parental alienation?
Children are oftentimes stuck in the middle of a divorce. This can be hard for them. After all, they are often faced with the reality that their time with one of their parents will be limited going forward and the stability that they thought they once had no longer...
Divorce advice for dads
Ending a marriage poses challenges for both spouses. Father’s Day is time to discuss issues that fathers face with child custody after divorce. Stay involved Divorce may be painful for children and affect their behavior, physical and mental health, academic...
Valuing property for an equitable division divorce
Couples going the divorce process know all too well that dividing up the marital assets can be a challenge. Georgia courts follow the principles of equitable distribution, meaning that courts will determine how to fairly and equitably divide up the marital assets,...
The importance of grandparents’ rights
Grandparents’ rights can be vitally important to any grandparent seeking visitation with their grandchild. It is helpful for grandparents concerned about visiting their grandchild to be familiar with child custody rules in Georgia. Grandparents’ rights in Georgia In...
When can a child support order be modified?
Relief often accompanies the end of a divorce process. When an individual emerges from their litigated divorce with a final divorce order that outlines all aspects of their remaining relationship with their ex, they may feel as though they can finally move forward...