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...
Child Custody
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...
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...
Can a child custody agreement be modified?
For Georgia parents who have parted ways as a couple, child custody issues may still come up. As life changes occur, there might be a request to modify a child custody agreement. Since dealing with children is one of the most challenging aspects of family law, it is...
When can child custody orders be changed?
Georgia parents who have worked through the details of child custody agreements understand the many challenges and issues that must be considered before an agreement may be deemed suitable. Custody plans impact the way in which children are cared for and raised by...
What must be included in a parenting plan under Georgia law?
There are many challenges in a Georgia family law case. When children are involved, it can be emotionally problematic with both parents wanting custody and having what they deem as sufficient parenting time. With a parenting plan, there are certain factors that must...
Psychologists & their role in a child custody case
Going through a divorce in Georgia is difficult enough; add a child custody case into the mix, and weeks plus an additional amount of stress can be added to the process. If parents can agree on the custody of their child, the process may go a little quicker. However,...
Custody and parenting plans are decided with the child in mind
When couples who have children divorce, they can be concerned about how custody will be decided. Courts consider the best interests of the child when determining custody arrangements. Under Georgia child custody laws, the court will decide whether joint or sole...
Dealing with matters related to visitation pick-ups and drop-offs
Custody issues may become a contentious aspect of divorce proceedings. Other times, the spouses may be more agreeable to custody, support and visitation issues. No matter how the case plays out in Georgia family court, visitation days should come with structure. No...