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Dividing personal property in a divorce
Asset division can be one of the most contentious and tedious steps in a divorce. Dividing property isn't just about deciding who gets a home, vehicles and retirement funds; it is also about dividing the personal property we see and use every day. Dividing personal...
Could your spouse be hiding assets?
People assume married couples share everything, including finances. However, plenty of people keep secrets from their partners. Ideally, these secrets would not damage the relationship. Yet financial dishonesty and secrets can create a host of problems during a...
Factors that affect alimony awards in Georgia
After a divorce, many people are happy to break all ties with their ex, especially if there are no children from the marriage. Spouses expect they can go their separate ways and never cross paths again. However, this may not be the case if you must pay alimony. In...
Fighting for custody? Four mistakes you should avoid
Even in amicable child custody cases, emotions can be volatile, and parents can be driven by fear above all else. Because of this, many parents do or say something they later regret, particularly if their behavior jeopardizes their parenting time or parental rights....
If you are hoping for a swift divorce, consider these tips
For some people, divorce is a long, drawn-out process. In some cases, it can take months or even years between the time parties file the initial paperwork and when they finalize the divorce. In other cases, however, a lengthy divorce is preventable if parties commit...
4 ways to protect your future before divorcing
When a marriage is on the brink of ending, it can be difficult for spouses to see beyond their immediate circumstances. However, if you anticipate a divorce in the near future, it could help to think not just of the current situation, but also about life after...
Modifying a child support order in Georgia
During the divorce process, it can take a lot of time and effort to reach an agreement on child support. However, there may come a time when the support order is no longer appropriate. When that happens, modification of the order might be necessary. If your...
Four ways to protect yourself financially before a divorce
Before filing for divorce, spouses sometimes have time to prepare. The couple may have gone through counseling. One spouse may have begun living elsewhere. Spouses may have resigned themselves to knowing the relationship is over. Spouses in these situations may have...
Legal separation: Is it right for you?
Most marriages have their share of highs and lows. And while some recover and stabilize after the peaks or valleys, some spouses need time to reassess their relationship. That's why legal separation can be a good thing for some individuals. Why people separate instead...
What “best interests of the child” means in Georgia
In many child custody cases, parents do not see eye-to-eye on custody and visitation. There also can be negative feelings between parents that prevent them from reaching agreements about their child. If parents cannot agree on things like parenting time and...
