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...
Handling Family Law Issues
Military Divorce
Is mediation a viable option in a military divorce?
No two divorces are alike. When one spouse is in the military, finalizing the action may be trickier in some ways. However, mediation may still prove a beneficial avenue for a military divorce. When one or both spouses reside in Georgia, alternative dispute...
What can an older couple expect to face in a military divorce?
When it comes to divorce for a couple where one party is in the military and one is non-military, there are certain rules to follow. If the couple is older and the marriage lasted longer than 20 years, there are additional rules about military retirement pay, medical...
Guide to military pensions and divorce: Part 1
If you serve in the military and are facing a divorce, you likely have concerns about how the state will divide your pension. The answer to this common question varies based on the type of plan, your status in the military and other factors. Review the first part of...
Will divorce affect your military pension?
As a military member, you have earned a retirement pension for your years of dedicated service. If your marriage ends, can your former spouse claim part of that pension? Before filing for divorce in Georgia, get the facts about how the court will divide your military...
Military TRICARE health insurance and divorce
One of the uncertainties of divorce for spouses of service members is the potential loss of military health coverage under TRICARE. While children of service members remain eligible for TRICARE until they are age 21 (or age 23 if in college), spouses lose eligibility...
Military pensions and divorce
One of the most significant benefits of military service is the military retirement system, which includes a pension starting the day the service member retires. Military pensions are also a significant issue when service members divorce.Under a law known as the...