Georgia is an equitable distribution state, meaning courts split marital property based on fairness rather than equality. Essentially, the division is not necessarily 50% goes to you and 50% goes to the other party. Only shared property from your marriage undergoes...
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Can you modify a child support order?
Parents who need to change a child support order must go through the right channels. A verbal agreement with a child’s other parent is not sufficient because an order to pay support originates from a court. Parents need to officially modify an order to avoid violating...
Eating disorders and child custody disputes
Our law office knows that a dispute over child custody can be one of the most intense challenges a parent will ever face. They may be struggling with many different hurdles during a custody dispute, such as a lack of familiarity with their legal options and...
When co-parenting fails
Divorced couples in Georgia may experience ups and downs after the marriage ends. The prospect of continuing a relationship for the sake of the kids may burden even the most jovial person. Co-parenting with an ex is not something that everyone can accomplish. The...
Requesting a change to child support in Georgia
The Division of Child Support Services in Georgia mandates monthly support to ensure both parents provide for a child's financial needs. A child support order remains in place for two years before the court will modify the amount. When circumstances change, however,...