SM&P November 2024 Newsletter

Written by Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor

Published on 4 November, 2024

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Our offices will be closed on November 28 and 29, 2024 to observe Thanksgiving Day.

Featured Attorney

Marlys Bergstrom,
Associate Attorney

Marlys brings 25 years of legal and financial experience to the SM&P team. After working as legal counsel in two “Big Eight” accounting firms for 11 years, Marlys moved from accounting and tax law into divorce law. She had always wanted to be a divorce attorney since she began law school.

“Life took me a different way,” she explained, “and when I had the chance, I made the transition to family law.”

Probate Perspective: When You Need a Military Family Law Attorney

Military service can significantly impact family law matters, presenting unique challenges that demand specialized legal expertise. A military family law attorney can prove to be invaluable. From deployment-related complexities to navigating benefits for veterans’ families, the implications of military service on family law are multifaceted and require careful consideration.
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What You Should Know About LGBTQ, Adoption in Georgia

As an LGBT couple considering adoption in Georgia, it’s crucial to understand the legal landscape and practical considerations that shape the adoption process. In recent years, there has been a notable increase in successful adoptions by same-sex couples in the state, reflecting a shifting and more inclusive environment for LGBT adoption.
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SM&P Sponsors Little Richard Tribute Documentary

A documentary was recently filmed about the life of Little Richard, the Architect of Rock and Roll, and the surviving members of Little Richard’s band.

A commemorative concert was held outside of the Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor’s Canton office with the men with whom Little Richard exclusively performed for the entire second half of his legendary career.

Gainesville Office Shares Legal Support

For the community of Gainesville, the 6^th annual Hispanic Alliance GA-La Alianza, Latino Fest, recently held in the Midway Greenway, was another success, said Stephany Garcia-Herrera, Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor Associate Attorney.