Atlanta Family Law Blog

December 18, 2024 / Divorce

Selling Assets Before a Divorce: What You Should Know About Asset Division

Ending a long marriage often comes with tough decisions, like what to do with shared assets. Selling a vacation home might seem like a practical choice, especially if it holds difficult memories or could provide financial support for a fresh start. However, selling assets before finalizing a divorce can lead to serious legal and financial […]

November 18, 2024 / Estate Planning

How To Set Up A Trust In Georgia?

If you’ve been considering setting up a trust in Georgia, you’re on the right path to securing your family’s financial future. Trusts can offer peace of mind, ensuring that your assets are handled according to your wishes. Beyond financial security, trusts provide a structured way to manage your legacy, allowing you to outline specific plans and […]

November 18, 2024 / Estate Planning

Setting Up a Will in Georgia: 8 Easy Steps

Creating a will is one of the most important things you can do to protect your family and ensure your wishes are honored after you pass away. For Georgia residents and families, understanding the process of setting up a will can provide peace of mind, knowing that your legacy is secure. In this step-by-step guide, […]

September 27, 2024 / Family Court

Contempt of Court and Child Support – Atlanta, Georgia

Contempt of Court is one of those phrases that gets thrown around all the time. Usually it’s a tv show or movie where a judge is angry at a defendant and says “I hold you in contempt of court!” all while waving their gavel around. Essentially, the judge is bringing on the consequences for someone […]

September 20, 2024 / Divorce

How to Make Your Divorce Quick and Painless

Divorce can be a challenging time, but it doesn’t have to drag on for months or years. With the right approach, you can expedite the process and move forward with your life. These 10 steps will provide you with practical tips to help make your divorce quick and as painless as possible. Why is a Quick […]

September 6, 2024 / Divorce

What Disqualifies You from Alimony in Georgia?

Divorce can be complicated, especially when it comes to financial issues like alimony. Managing these complexities can be tough, but understanding your options is crucial. If you’re going through this process in Georgia, it’s important to understand what might disqualify you from receiving alimony and the circumstances that determine your eligibility, since not everyone qualifies. […]

August 26, 2024 / Divorce

Navigating the QDRO Process During a Georgia Divorce

Divorce is never easy. When financial assets like retirement accounts are at stake, it becomes even more complex. For those going through a divorce in Georgia, understanding the Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) process is essential. Proper knowledge and guidance can ensure a fair distribution of these critical assets. What is a QDRO? A Qualified […]

August 26, 2024 / Adoption

Do You Have Questions About Grandparent Adoptions?

Are you a grandparent interested in adopting your grandchild? Or perhaps you are a parent considering allowing your child’s grandparents to adopt their grandchildren. Whatever the case may be, there are likely many questions and concerns that you have regarding grandparent adoptions. Understanding the legal and emotional implications is crucial for making informed decisions. What […]

July 19, 2024 / Divorce

Is Your Marriage Like Death By A Thousand Cuts

How Painful Is Your Marriage? You know when you hear something or you read something that really just resonates with you? I’ve read this piece of poetry that one of my friends wrote, and it literally sent chills down my spine because it put on paper what so many of my clients come in and […]

July 19, 2024 / Non-Traditional Family

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 […]