Having a loved one who serves in the military is an honor for families. Of course, it may also involve some potential challenges for families such as having to be apart during active duty or coping with an injury sustained during service. The benefits programs for...
Handling Family Law Issues
Family Law
Second-parent adoption an option for Georgia same-sex couples
When you and someone of the same sex decide to parent a child together in Georgia, you may face unique custody challenges that differ from those faced by heterosexual couples. Many people feel as if Georgia’s laws about child legitimation and marriage equality need...
How do domestic partnerships in Georgia differ from a marriage?
Marriage does not appeal to all couples. For those who reside in the Atlanta metro area, a domestic partnership may turn out more fitting. When a couple commits to each other in a domestic partnership, it gives them some of the same benefits as married spouses....
How property division works in Georgia
Property division can be one of the biggest challenges in a divorce. In Georgia, how the court divides your assets between you and your ex-spouse depends on several different factors. If you have a prenuptial agreement or a postnuptial agreement, the court will...
How do transgender people in Georgia change their names?
Many transgender people consider changing their names in order to be consistent with their chosen gender identity. Is a legal name change possible for a transgender person in the state of Georgia? A little background The rights transgender people can enjoy are a mix...
Incorporating mediation into divorce proceedings
If you plan to file for divorce in Atlanta, Georgia, there is a high chance your judge will refer your case for mediation at some point. You may also participate in no-cost mediation at the time of scheduled status conferences. Parties may also request mediation on...
Establishing paternity in Georgia
If you believe you have fathered a child in Georgia, but you or the child's mother are not completely sure the child is biologically yours, you may want to establish paternity to ensure you have certain legal rights to the child. Conversely, if paternity is yet to be...
Divorce and Social Security: What you need to know
If you are prepping for divorce, your mind may be pulled in a million different directions. You may be wondering how you will support yourself and how your children may be affected by the transition, and you may also be curious about how any Social Security benefits...
Planning ahead during a same-sex divorce
Divorce is not easy for any couple. Marriage is supposed to be a lifelong commitment, and regardless of whether a divorce was your idea or your partner's, ending something you expected to be lifelong is sure to stir up strong emotions and inevitable challenges....
Why same-sex couples should have a prenuptial agreement
They may not be especially romantic, but prenuptial agreements are becoming increasingly common in American society, and for good reason. While these legally binding agreements can benefit all couples if they divorce by simplifying the process and minimizing...