A Guardian ad litem (GAL) is a person a court of law appoints to investigate what solutions would be in the best interests of a child. This article discusses the Guardian ad Litem in a divorce or parental rights and responsibilities case. … [Read more...]
Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement?
You might think that prenuptial agreements are only for very wealthy people. However, anyone with personal assets, business assets, liabilities, property, inheritance or children from a previous marriage should consider entering into a prenuptial agreement. … [Read more...]
Do I Need to Hire a Private Investigator?
Private investigators are often hired to assist with family law cases, and they can be very helpful for a variety of reasons. However, more often than not, the evidence they collect is rather circumstantial. How do you know if you should hire a P.I.? This article examines that very question. … [Read more...]
Calculating Child Support with Child Support Worksheets
There are specific ways to calculate child support in Georgia. The Georgia child support calculation was revised in 2007, and the state moved to the “Income Shares Model” for calculation of child support. The Georgia legislative branch created a worksheet for determining child support.Current … [Read more...]
What to expect at a Meeting of Creditors (341 Hearing)
One of the most commonly asked questions asked about bankruptcy is “Will I have to go to court?” In most bankruptcy cases, the answer is no. In both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the debtor is required to attend a “meeting of creditors”, also called a 341 hearing. The meeting of creditors … [Read more...]
Inherited Assets in Divorce
Inherited Assets in a DivorceWhen the majority of couples get married, they do not expect to get a divorce in the future. However, divorce can happen and when it does, questions sometimes come up as to whether one may claim rights to his or her spouse’s inheritance that was acquired during the … [Read more...]
Relocating with a Child after a Georgia Divorce
A divorce means that there will be many changes in the lives of both the parents and children. Many times, the change in financial position or the need for an additional support network prompts a parent to consider relocating in order to create a better environment for the child, as well as him or … [Read more...]
Helping Your Child through the Divorce Process in Georgia
When a couple has decided to end a marriage, there are strong emotions on all sides. However, this situation often is particularly difficult for minor children who do not understand why their family life is changing. There are many things that can be done to minimize the impact of a divorce on a … [Read more...]
Division Of Property In Georgia
Division of Property in a Georgia Divorce Action When a marriage is ending, there are many decisions that must be made by the parties or a judge, if the spouses cannot agree. The final decisions often involve which party is going to take what property, including real and personal property. In a … [Read more...]