For married parents, it is rarely easy to inform children about an impending divorce. After all, even if your kids have grown, they may feel a sense of abandonment, uncertainty or even anger. They may also wonder about their future relationships with you and their...
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3 things every divorcing person should know
Going through a divorce is always challenging, but it can be slightly less stressful if you know what to expect. Here are three things to know if you are going to file for divorce. 1. Property division is not always 50/50 There is a common misconception that divorcing...
Understanding Georgia’s Putative Father Registry
When you know or suspect that you may have fathered a child in Georgia, you may want to register yourself with the state’s Putative Father Registry. The registry gives you a chance to enter your information so that you receive a notification when certain things happen...
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...
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...
The benefits of talking about divorce issues in mediation
Georgia courts often require or recommend mediation. However, you may worry that going through mediation instead of litigation could compromise your settlement. According to Georgia's alternative dispute resolution rules, though, you lose none of your rights to a...
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...
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...
What Georgia same-sex couples must know about child custody
When you are part of a same-sex couple and the two of you share a child together, you may face unique child custody issues that differ from those encountered by your heterosexual peers. No matter how much your situation mirrors that of a “traditional family,” you...