Georgia Family Law Rules
Georgia Family Law Rules
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Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Georgia
Before you start divorce negotiations, make sure you understand how courts in Georgia decide if alimony is appropriate.
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Violation of Custody and Visitation Orders in Georgia
When custody and visitation issues have been resolved in a Georgia divorce, it’s usually a relief. But what if a parent violates your agreement or court orders?
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Uncontested Divorce in Georgia
Getting divorced in Georgia can be a relatively pain free process when your divorce is uncontested.
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The Basics of Annulment in Georgia
Overview of Annulment This article focuses on "civil annulments" in Georgia, not "religious annulments," which can only be granted by a church or clergy member. Civil annulments and divorces are similar in the sense that they make a determination about marital status.
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Prenuptial Agreements in Georgia
When couples get married, they may want to decide ahead of time how they will resolve their financial situation if they divorce. To do this, the couple can enter into a prenuptial agreement, writing down in a contract their wishes on issues such as property division and alimony.
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If you’re an unmarried father in Georgia, you need to “legitimize” your child if you want visitation or custody rights, or if you want your child to have inheritance rights. Learn how the legitimation process works.
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How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Georgia
Domestic violence is ugly and terrifying in the moment. But its impact can reach well beyond an instance of abuse. In Georgia, it can ultimately determine who has custody of your children.
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How Do I File for Divorce in Georgia?
Filing for divorce on your own in Georgia is certainly possible. But whether it’s a good idea—well, that might be a different story.