Non-Traditional Family Law and GLBT Issues

As many persons in the LGBTQIA community are aware, the laws in the State of Georgia very rarely protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex or asexual persons living within the state. At The Edwards Law Group, it is our mission to provide the best legal care to all citizens of Georgia, […]

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Can a Mother Refuse Legitimation in Georgia?

Understanding Legitimation Definition and Importance of Legitimation Legitimation is a crucial process that allows a biological father to establish a legal relationship with his child when the parents were never married. In Georgia, legitimation is necessary for a father to gain legal rights to his child. Without legitimation, a father may have no legally recognized connection […]

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What Happens in a Legitimation Hearing?

Legitimation Hearing & Best Interests In the State of Georgia, if a child is born out of wedlock, the biological father must go through the legitimation process to have legal rights to the child. Ever wondered what takes place during a legitimation hearing in Georgia? As a parent, this process can be crucial for deciding […]

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Is Your Long-Term Relationship a Common-Law Marriage in Georgia?

Have you ever wondered if being with your partner for years, sharing a home, and intertwining your lives means you’re in a common-law marriage? Surprisingly, the answer might not be as straightforward as it seems.  Like many other states, Georgia’s view on common-law marriages has evolved over the years. Let’s unravel the intricacies of common-law […]

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