Atlanta Metro Family Law Blog
What rights do birth fathers have in Georgia?
Adopting your stepchildren can strengthen the ties of your Georgia family and give those children the security they need after being involved in their parents’ divorce. However, before the adoption process can begin, you and your spouse may require consent from one or...
Financial savvy helps women who divorce later in life
Women who divorce after the age of 50 face financial pitfalls they would not have had to dodge at a younger age. If you are a member of this group, you must employ financial savvy to ensure a secure post-divorce future. Understand your finances If your spouse has been...
Dividing qualified assets in a divorce requires tax planning
When divorce involves the division of qualified assets like an IRA, annuity or 401(k), spouses must consider tax implications. Kiplinger explains tax consequences that may influence how couples split qualified assets. Distributing IRA funds may trigger a penalty An...
How long will my divorce take?
Even if your divorce is an amicable one (which it may not be), it is likely that the process is not enjoyable. Thus, it is natural to want your divorce over with as quickly as possible so that you can get on with rebuilding your new life. However, trying to rush...
Identifying financial discrepancies in a divorce
Money often plays a central role in many a marital dispute. In some situations, it may even contribute to the irrevocable breakdown of a marriage. A spouse experiencing this should pay close attention to their partner's actions, especially if they suspect some assets...
Divorced dads want to share in the lives of their children
The bond between a child and his or her mother begins at the moment of birth but forming a solid father-child relationship takes a bit more time. Fathers certainly have rights with regard to their children, but if the parents divorce, what happens to those rights?...
How can I save on my divorce?
Divorce is an emotionally-difficult process, and many people do not like to think about the costs associated with it. Particularly if you are looking at a high asset divorce, it is possible for the divorce itself to cost tens of thousands of dollars. Thinking about...
What is nesting?
It is very common to end up with a co-parenting arrangement after a divorce. This is because co-parenting is usually in the best interest of the child. Even if the parents divorce and no longer cohabitate, having both parents actively involved with raising the child...
What to expect when filing for divorce in Georgia
You may file for divorce in Georgia if you or your spouse has lived in the state for at least six months. The state allows for no-fault divorce proceedings, which means neither party has to prove the other is at fault to receive a divorce. Learn more about what to...
What is parental alienation?
Divorces are often complex, especially when children are involved. Many issues can disrupt the parent-child relationship and some of these issues may originate with the ex-spouse. Parental alienation is a common occurrence in contentious divorces. Not only can it...
