For those who suspect they may be biological fathers of children born out of wedlock, they may have many questions about what they can do. The Georgia Putative Father's Registry offers a way to address these questions and concerns about potential paternity. 1. What is...
The Judicial Council of Georgia explains that the law allows married parents equal rights to their children, but in unmarried situations, the law gives rights only to the mother unless the court orders otherwise. For this reason, it is incredibly important for both...
Prenuptial agreements are useful tools for defining specific financial and property division considerations in a marriage. A signed prenuptial agreement provides a sense of clarity and security for both partners. It also encourages discussion about important issues...
Divorce proceedings can be complex, and when one or both spouses are military members, it adds another layer of complexity. One of the main concerns in such cases is how to handle the military pension. If you or your spouse has a military pension and you are going...
Love is in the air, and you and your partner have decided to take the big step of getting married. While you get caught up in the excitement of planning your wedding, you might overlook one important aspect that can secure your future: a prenuptial agreement. Though...
Your pet is part of your family. It provides joy, comfort and companionship to your entire family. However, choosing who gets the family pet in a divorce gets complicated, especially if you have children. Therefore, Georgia has a process for determining who gets the...
Establishing paternity is a key step in many child custody cases. If either the mother or the court calls into question the validity of your paternity, it becomes more difficult for you to defend your parental rights without first passing a paternity test. The Georgia...
If you are a parent who is not married, you should consider creating a child custody arrangement to help you share parenting rights and responsibilities. Unmarried parents have distinct concerns when dealing with child custody issues. Learning about child custody for...
If you are getting divorced in Georgia, you must consider how you will divide your marital assets. According to the state, marital property is anything acquired during your marriage. Things will be much smoother if you agree on dividing these assets. However, if you...
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...
