Parental custody ensures that a child receives the care they need. When parents decide to go their separate ways through a divorce, making decisions on child custody can be a complex process. It can be even more complicated when […]
Establishing child support is an essential part of the divorce process. It ensures that children get the support they need when parents decide to part ways and divide their financial assets. But if one or both spouses are in […]
Many couples choose to live together without ever becoming legally married. Understanding how cohabitation can affect issues related to personal finances, alimony, and child support is an important part of protecting you and your family’s wellbeing. In Georgia family […]
Understanding Domestic and International Adoption Adoption involves rules and regulations that all parents need to consider. This is especially true when adoptive parents are deciding between domestic and international adoption. Domestic and international adoptions can differ in relation to costs, […]
Putative Father Registry and Parental Rights Adoption laws can be complex and difficult to navigate. Circumstances around adoption can vary widely, making it difficult for adoptive parents, birth parents, and others to know their rights and legal obligations. Putative father […]
Parental Revocation in Georgia Family Law Parental rights allow parents to have custody of, visit, and make decisions related to their children. But family law courts can terminate those rights when it’s in the best interests of children whose well […]
Understanding Paternity Rights in Georgia Family Law Courts Georgia’s family laws protect the rights of children and both parents. Paternity rights determine the role that a father will play in raising a child and contributing to their development and well-being. […]
Termination of Paternal Rights and Georgia Family Law Family law courts often grant or terminate the rights of parents. When it comes to fathers and paternal rights, court judges terminate their rights when it’s in the best interests of the […]
The Role of Child Welfare Agencies in Georgia Family Law The state of Georgia has laws in place that protect children and give families the support they need for long-term well-being. Child welfare agencies help families find the services to […]
Appealing a Child Support Order in Georgia Family Law Courts Under Georgia family law, both parties in a lawsuit can seek to modify or overturn a court’s final order. The decisions that courts make affect all aspects of a divorce […]