November 13, 2024 | Spousal Support

How to Get a Prenuptial Agreement in Georgia

The state of Georgia has its own unique set of laws governing prenups. This means that drafting a valid agreement in Georgia can be complex. Understanding what makes a prenuptial agreement enforceable requires navigating the state’s legal landscape.  At Crystal Wright Law, we know that a well-crafted prenup is essential. It is also crucial to […]

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October 30, 2024 | Spousal Support

Can the Court Require Your Ex To Pay Alimony if You Were Never Legally Married?

Ending a long-term relationship can be emotionally and financially challenging. If you and your ex-partner were never legally married but shared a life together, you might wonder if you’re entitled to alimony in Georgia. Knowing how Georgia law views alimony and unmarried couples is essential to understanding your rights and options. Understanding Alimony in Georgia […]

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July 4, 2023 | Spousal Support

Can You Modify or Terminate Permanent Alimony in Georgia?

Alimony is a court-ordered payment from one person to another, either in a lump sum or periodic payments. Both the giver and the recipient are either in divorce proceedings (temporary alimony) or are already divorced (permanent alimony). The purpose of alimony is for the richer spouse to provide for the financial needs of the poorer […]

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November 25, 2022 | Spousal Support

How Long Do You Have To Be Married To Get Alimony in Georgia?

Some states base alimony on the duration of the marriage. However, there is no minimum mandatory time that you have to be married to get alimony in Georgia. In other words, Georgia does not have a standard formula to determine whether you receive spousal support in a divorce action.  The general rule of thumb is […]

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September 20, 2022 | Spousal Support

What Is Palimony?

Palimony is a non-legal term used to describe court-ordered financial support paid to a party by the other party of a non-marital relationship. Because the parties are not married and are not going through a divorce action, the payment is not referred to as alimony or spousal support. Instead, the payments are referred to as […]

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October 8, 2021 | Spousal Support

What’s the Difference Between Alimony vs. Spousal Support?

Alimony is the same thing as spousal support. Under Georgia law, alimony and spousal support refer to a payment from one party to another while living separately. These payments can occur after a divorce between ex-spouses. They can also occur between spouses during a separation, an abandonment, or a pending divorce. In other words, you […]

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