On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Sep 25, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Aug 17, 2020 | Divorce
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?...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Aug 11, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Jul 29, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Jul 27, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Jun 25, 2020 | Divorce, Property Division Issues
In Georgia, courts divide property and assets on an equitable basis. In other words, they attempt to distribute your property fairly. That includes all property classified as marital property. Separate property—like gifts or inheritances—does not go through the...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Jun 24, 2020 | Divorce
As you and your spouse divorce, you may worry about how you will make ends meet on your own. During your marriage, they may have earned more than you. Because of this, they may have to provide you alimony to help you maintain your former lifestyle. Yet, not all...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Jun 5, 2020 | Divorce
Despite dropping rates, divorce remains far from uncommon in the U.S. According to the American Psychological Association, somewhere between 40 and 50% of American marriages ultimately break down. Even when couples try to separate on good terms, dividing shared...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | May 11, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce can sometimes seem like an endless maze. To resolve one issue, it is necessary to resolve another, which, in turn, requires an expert analysis or negotiating session — or some other delay. It might seem complicated at first. However, we have found that there...
On behalf of Terri Herron Law | Apr 16, 2020 | Divorce
During a divorce, a family home in Georgia could require working out an arrangement to help ensure that one spouse remains living in it. If he or she cannot afford to maintain it on a single person’s income, a divorce court may consider some negotiated options. ...
