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What if I Can’t Afford a Divorce?: Alternatives to Divorce

Divorce proceedings can range in price from as little as a thousand dollars for an uncontested divorce to as much as $15,000 and $30,000 for the average contested divorce. According to a recent survey by Martindale-Nolo research, the average Georgia divorce cost is $14,700, most of which goes to legal fees.
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Are Divorce Records Public in Georgia?

The formerly married hosts of a television show, Flip or Flop, recently surprised fans by deciding to continue working on their show together despite the end of their marriage. The couple became yet another example of a high-profile divorce consuming the news and the minds of curious third parties eager to know the private details […]
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What if I Cannot Afford a Divorce? Are There Other Options?

Divorce attorney fees vary, ranging from $275 to $800 per hour. Some attorneys charge a flat fee. Others charge by the hour or per contested issue. Therefore, typical divorce proceedings can range in price from just a few hundred to several thousand dollars.
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What Happens in a Family Court Divorce Trial?

Most divorces do not go to trial. Although a divorce is a formal legal proceeding that involves the family court system, most spouses are able to settle their differences in private negotiation sessions or through alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
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Why Getting a Divorce but Still Sleeping Together is a Bad Idea

Going through a divorce is often a painful, lonely time. Even if your marriage has been headed towards court for the past several years, the very act of separating and filing divorce paperwork can bring up feelings of panic, regret, and sadness, along with fears about what the future might hold. In some cases, this […]