Family Law

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...

When parents divorce, the court usually tries to ensure that both parents see the children at least some of the time following a divorce. This may mean an even split -- such as the classic every-other-week arrangement -- or it may not. But it will usually mean that,...

While new cases of COVID-19 continue to be reported in Georgia and across the country, everyone is adapting to a new, albeit hopefully temporary, way of life. While living during a pandemic is stressful for everyone, it can be extremely nerve-wracking for those who...

Going through a divorce, even if you’re the one who seeks it, can be challenging. You’re ending a long-term relationship into which you’ve invested likely a lot of time and money. It’s no surprise that this is one of the more difficult experiences you’ve had in your...