Overview
Choosing an attorney can be a very stressful endeavor. You want to select an attorney who takes the burden of your case off you and delivers results. Consider the following characteristics so you feel confident that your case is diligently handled and you are treated respectfully.
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This is one of the most important decisions you will make once you have decided you want a divorce. There are Do’s and Don’ts in the selection process.
DO'S:
1) DO consider the referral source. Attorneys are good barometers of their colleague’s abilities and experience. Former clients who...
Overview
As discussed in our Child Custody post, a parenting plan outlines all of the details of the physical and legal custody of a child that are agreed upon by their parents and approved by a judge. These plans are required in all divorce cases that involve children.
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Overview
Getting a divorce is nerve-racking enough, and can be more so when there are children involved. The legalities behind custody can be confusing, so below are a few of the basics.
Sole Physical vs. Joint Physical
Sole Physical Custody is when a child lives with one parent most of the t...
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While there are 12 fault grounds for divorce (listed below), you do not have to prove any of them to get divorced because Georgia has a “no fault” statute. However, you do have to resolve custody, property division, and support issues before a divorce decree will be entered. Conduct matte...