Atlanta Family Blog

Lawrenceville, Georgia, is a city in Gwinnett County, about 30 miles from downtown Atlanta. It offers a great escape to many families looking for a suburban community while staying close to Atlanta. Lawrenceville has several different historical attractions, including the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse. The city has about 30,500 residences. Many residents live there because of […]

Most people don’t think about divorce records until they need to look them up. Maybe you’re getting remarried and require proof of your previous divorce, or perhaps you’re doing genealogy research on your family tree. Whatever the reason, finding divorce records in Georgia isn’t always straightforward. The good news is that divorce records are considered […]

You may have heard of necessary separation periods before asking for a divorce. However, Georgia does not mandate a specific separation period. Here is what you need to know about separation and its implications for your divorce in Georgia. No-Fault Divorce  Georgia recognizes no-fault and fault-based grounds to get a divorce. In a no-fault divorce, […]

On average, 2.4 out of every 1,000 U.S. marriages end in divorce, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Divorce rates can vary widely according to a number of factors, and one of these may come as a surprise: the kind of job you have.  Below are the ten professions and fields that see the […]

Navigating child custody situations can be challenging, particularly when planning activities with your children. This may include outings to Stone Mountain Park in Georgia. It is important to understand your custody agreement and how it may affect your ability to spend time with your children.  Understanding Child Custody Agreements in Georgia Child custody arrangements dictate […]

Georgia is one of eight U.S. states with the lowest rate of divorce. Though surrounding states have higher averages, Georgia’s divorce rate is 2.1 per 1,000 people, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Overall, U.S. divorce rates are declining, but so is the number of people getting married. According to information compiled by the […]

Prenuptial agreements (or premarital agreements) can be challenging to negotiate. The couple may hesitate to discuss issues related to a future divorce. However, prenups offer many benefits, including reducing the cost and duration of a divorce action. A prenuptial agreement also requires full financial disclosure, allowing couples to address monetary issues that could cause problems […]

Divorcing your spouse is one of the biggest decisions you can make. Selecting a divorce lawyer to represent you is almost as big. While many lawyers practice divorce law, not all of them devote themselves exclusively to divorce law. If you need advice or representation for your divorce, you should ask the following nine questions […]

Few people relish the idea of their personal business being made public for all their friends, co-workers, and neighbors to see. This is especially true of their divorce proceedings. Even though divorce is common, these intensely personal proceedings can reveal embarrassing facts about your relationship that you would rather keep private. This desire for privacy […]

Court-ordered child support is a serious financial obligation. The state recognizes a child’s right to be financially supported by both parents, even if they are no longer together. Missing child support payments can result in severe consequences if the problem is ongoing or frequent.  Missing a single child support payment does not typically result in […]