A military divorce is a complex process, especially when a spouse is on active duty. Some legal protections for active military members, like the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, can further complicate and potentially delay the divorce process. What is the...
For parents of minor children, determining custody and visitation is often the most difficult aspect of divorce. Parents navigating the divorce process should understand Georgia's laws regarding child custody and visitation. 1. Stepparents have rights under the...
As military members, traveling the world to different duty stations is not uncommon. However, whether the non-military spouses travel too, there are several challenges to getting divorced while stationed outside the United States. Here are a few facts to help navigate...
Collaborative divorce can help to make the process of dissolving a marriage more manageable for both parties. When spouses are able to agree to the most important matters that they need to decide, they do not need to go through the stress and expense of litigation....
Most married individuals would see the suggestion of getting a postnuptial agreement as a red flag. While a prenup can give your partner the idea that you are unsure about marriage, a postnup can scare your spouse into thinking that you have your sights set on...
Divorce does not have to mean harsh words and hurt feelings. If you and your spouse would prefer a more civil way to dissolve your marriage, perhaps you should consider a collaborative divorce. What is a collaborative divorce? Similar to mediation, collaborative...
Many marriages have unhappy endings. Military couples face inherent difficulties. Thus, they are even more likely to divorce than civilian partners. Undoing a military marriage comes with extra hurdles. It is beneficial to know what challenges lie ahead before pulling...
When parents divorce, determining how each former spouse will contribute to their children’s care is one of the most important aspects of separation. In addition to housing, clothing and educational needs, the court may make decisions regarding both health care...
Many couples experience emotional and financial turmoil during their marriage. Unfortunately, these and other factors can contribute to the decision to divorce. While this is a perfectly reasonable conclusion based on the unique characteristics of the marriage, there...
If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you may have deep concerns about how the legal process of separation will impact your children, your relationship with your future ex and your own emotional and financial health. However, if you and your spouse want to...
