Marriage and divorce equality is back in the headlines. But, while marriage rules are the same for both opposite- and same-sex couples, divorce can be different for same-sex divorcees, depending on their relationship. Child custody Unfortunately, for Savannah,...
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Key facts about petitioning to establish paternity in Georgia
In Georgia, paternity is important for a child as well as the parents. Not only does it benefit the child to know who their father is and to have a relationship, but it is also critical for financial, medical and personal support. Often, there are paternity disputes...
Filing an emergency custody motion
Savannah parents know that custody litigation can be take quite a long time since there are various requirements and steps involved in the custody process. Once you file for custody, it may be weeks or months before you have a final custody order in place. But what...
When can a stepparent adopt a spouse’s child in Georgia?
In Georgia, stepparent adoption is a common occurrence. In general, it is a positive decision where the prospective stepparent married a person who already has children and wants to be their legal parent. However, when this is the objective, it is important to...
Understanding the meaning of separation in a Georgia divorce
The decision to divorce is a major one, and most married couples think long and hard before deciding if they want to dissolve their marriage. Since divorce is a decision that should not be made hastily, many states require spouses to be separated for a certain period...
The meaning of separate property in a divorce
You may have heard the term “separate property” if you are considering getting a divorce or have had any discussions connected to divorce. When it comes to dividing assets between two people who are going their separate ways, there is the property that the couple...