Family Law

Spouses typically share everything unless they had a prenuptial agreement before their wedding. Otherwise, the vast majority of their property will be marital assets that both spouses jointly own and that they have to divide when they get divorced. Some property will...

Divorced parents who are raising children together don't always see things in the same manner. It’s possible that the child custody matters will lead to contention years after a divorce is final.  What's the best way to sail through disputes with your co-parent --...

Divorce court can sometimes be a very hostile environment. Spouses can become vicious toward one another, exaggerating their experiences during the marriage or highlighting the worst things the other person ever did. These claims then become part of the public record...

When you are ready to end your marriage, you must inform the court why you want a divorce. In most Georgia divorces, one or both spouses can and will tell the court that they have just grown apart or can no longer get along. That's perfectly acceptable and is commonly...

When you think of the repercussions of suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you likely think of memory issues, lasting disabilities, personality changes, long-term medical care and things of this nature. All of these are possible, of course, but it is interesting...

It can be extremely challenging to be in a custody battle with a co-parent who has an alcohol problem or other substance abuse issue. This is particularly true when they refuse to acknowledge the issue or downplay or hide it. Unless your ex shows up in court drunk or...

There are times when having a custody agreement where one parent has sole custody makes sense. Sole custody, also known as sole legal or physical custody (one or both), means that one parent will have custody of their child while the other has visitation rights. In...

The outcome of your divorce will have a drastic impact on the rest of your life. It is critical that you avoid mistakes and focus on your future as your marriage ends. To help, here are a few common mistakes to keep in mind as you move forward: Not calculating future...

Being divorced or going through the process can be stressful at any time, especially when children are involved. But being away from your kids creates an added layer of anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. The epidemic has thrown much of our world into chaos. With so...

Family therapists and others predict a surge in separations and divorces in Georgia and across the country as stay-at-home restrictions are eased for the COVID-19 pandemic. Many couples whose marriages were already in jeopardy when the crisis began may have had no...