Income Deduction In January of 1994, the state of Georgia passed a requirement that all child support orders include an income deduction order providing for automatic wage withholding unless the parents agree otherwise. Orders that do not include thi...
Adultery and Divorce in Georgia Adultery is one of the leading causes of divorce. If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage due to one spouse’s indiscretion, you may be wondering whether it will affect any aspect… Read More
Your Parental Rights as a Father There is a common misperception that being named as the father on your child’s birth certificate is enough to ensure you have rights to visitation and for making decisions regarding their care. Unfortunately, that&hel...
While not as common as cases involving parental rights, we do see quite a few grandparent’s rights cases that involve visitation and (less commonly) custody. If you’re a grandparent, you might wonder when you have the right to legal visit...
If your child’s father or mother doesn’t follow the child custody order, you may feel frustrated and even angry. A parent behaving contrary to the order can cause a lot of unnecessary stress. In order to eliminate stress and prepare… Read More
When you and your spouse choose to divorce, you’re closing the door on a major chapter in your lives. A serious change in that nature has the power to shake your foundation. When you’ve planned your entire life with someone… Read More
Terminating an individual’s parental rights is a very serious matter, whether the court takes away those rights or the parent relinquishes them willingly. In parent-child relationships, the legal parents inherently have certain rights and responsibil...
When it comes to preparing for your divorce, compiling a list of your assets and debts is key for the property division process. You will need to document a full list of your finances, both those shared in your marriage… Read More
Divorce is a major decision that affects key life changes. If you are considering divorcing your spouse, you should understand the full scope of how a divorce could impact your life. Before you make any decisions, you should consult an… Read M...
In Georgia, whether your divorce Agreements is resolved through a Settlement Agreement or with a final trial, the terms of the divorce will ultimately become an Order of the Court. Court Orders in divorce cases can be modified in limited… Read...
