Atlanta Family Blog

There are various reasons you may need the assistance of a legal professional who specializes in family law. They can help you if you ever go through a divorce. They can also help you negotiate pre or post-nuptial agreements or divide property in the event of a separation. Moreover, their services may play an important […]

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 […]

When you or your family members are in danger of domestic violence, it is vital to take the necessary steps to protect yourself. Unfortunately, many people are threatened by intimate partners, spouses, or other family members. There are many options for victims of domestic abuse and violence. Many organizations in Georgia are willing to help […]

People get married for many reasons. Some reasons for getting married might not make sense to other people.  The same is true for divorces. People file for divorce for different reasons. However, the desire to end a marriage can be influenced by outside factors, including getting into a car wreck. How Can Being in a […]

Facing a false accusation in family court is one of the most maddening experiences possible. When someone has made false accusations against you in a divorce or child custody proceeding, the way you react is very important. If you find yourself in this position, make sure to contact a skilled legal professional. An accomplished family […]

Parents have a right to spend time with their child even if they are no longer together. However, a court can terminate that right if the parent is unfit or the court finds that it is in the child’s best interest. Courts may also restrict visitation by requiring supervised visitation. In this case, the court […]

A judge reviews all evidence presented by all interested parties to determine what is in the child’s best interest. The child’s best interest is the overriding concern for the court. If the judge determines that a parent is unfit, the judge may grant sole physical and legal custody to the other parent. The judge may […]

Some states refer to legally ending a marriage as “dissolution of marriage.” Georgia still refers to this process as “divorce.” However, the terms mean the same thing. Some states recognize a legal separation, but a legal separation is different from divorce or dissolution of marriage. With a legal separation, the spouses do not want to […]

Divorce can be an emotional process. But it usually has defined and predictable steps. Understanding these steps can help you cope with the stress of a divorce. Here is a guide to the steps of the divorce process, including insight into the ways that these steps are usually handled by Gwinnett county courts. Preparing for […]

Only one spouse needs to file pleadings with the court to begin the divorce process in Georgia. The Complaint alleges one of 13 grounds for divorce, including a “no-fault” ground for irreconcilable differences. A spouse does not need to agree to the divorce attorneys for the court to end the marriage. Under the no-fault grounds, […]