Divorce

At the conclusion of any family law action, there will be an order entered by the court which establishes the child support obligations of the parents. The majority of the time, the custodial parent (the parent who has the child or children the majority of the time) receives a monthly child support payment from the […]

Lis pendens translates as “lawsuit pending.” More than just a legal concept, lis pendens can be a powerful legal tool for protecting your rights during a divorce. When you file a lis pendens notice, it alerts all involved parties that the ownership of property named in the notice (strictly real estate in Georgia) is contested […]

In the Georgia courts, while a divorce serves to sever the bonds of marriage between two people, an annulment involves declaring the marriage itself invalid and restoring both parties to their former, single status. There are several issues that could be present in a marriage that may result in it being declared void or voidable […]

Deciding to divorce is a very personal decision, and so is choosing an attorney to help you through that process. If you are uncertain as to how to choose a divorce attorney, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are some specifics you can look for to narrow down your options. That will help make the […]