Atlanta Metro Family Law Blog
Modification of custody order when traveling outside of Georgia
If you are a divorced mom leaving Georgia with your children, you may need to obtain permission from their father even if he is not actively involved in their lives. The office of Terri Herron Law helps in determining whether you might need to first modify a court...
How may a father respond when an ex-spouse alleges child abuse?
Individuals in Georgia and across the nation are finding themselves facing unwarranted accusations of abuse. A study published in the Washington Post revealed that family courts are hearing a significantly greater number of arguments containing false allegations of...
Dissipation of assets: What you can do about it
Some couples have a very simple divorce. The process goes smoothly with little issue. They are agreeable with each other and quick to compromise. However, many divorces in Georgia are quite the opposite. The couples argue over everything and the process drags on....
How can I establish paternity?
Establishing paternity in Georgia helps you obtain child support. Knowing who the biological father of your child is matters in the eyes of the law. Fortunately, there are several methods you can use for determining paternity. There are different are paternity methods...
How Georgia establishes alimony
Under state law, Georgia married couples must financially support one another until a divorce becomes final. In some cases, the judge orders one spouse to pay the other either temporary or permanent alimony, often when a long-term marriage ends and/or one spouse has...
Do all fathers know how to involve themselves with their kids?
Unfortunately, fathers sometimes have to prove their worth to a Georgia judge or court before they can be granted custody of their kids. Proving they know how to be part of their children’s lives can go a long way in building a solid case. The Child Development...
Debt: How does it affect marriage and what can you do about it?
"Money does not buy happiness," is a classic, popular saying, but is there any truth to it? Study findings, some of which come from the University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, suggest that, when it comes to marriage, there is not. If you...
Understand your rights as an unmarried father
Georgia law protects the rights of both parents to have a relationship with their child, even when they no longer have a relationship with one another. However, unmarried fathers must take legal steps to claim their parental rights. Preserve your ability to care for...
How does Georgia qualify divorce mediators?
Some divorcing couples want to take their case before a divorce mediator in the hopes that a neutral third party can help them resolve their differences. But with so many mediators in the Atlanta area to choose from, you want to be sure they are professionally...
Is this summer your season for divorce?
Not everyone is a fan of summer. When the school year ends, you may be one of those who long for the Georgia winter or at least for a cooler season. However, the rising temperature may not be the only reason for your unhappiness. If you and your spouse...
