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Unlike other states, Georgia does not recognize the concept of formal legal separation. However, Georgia does recognize what are called separate maintenance actions. Unlike a divorce, a separate maintenance case leaves the marriage of the parties intact. As such, the couple is not free to remarry. On the flip side, separate maintenance may not be […]
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You generally retain the right to live in your Georgia home after a divorce until a judge orders you to leave. This is usually true even if the house isn’t titled in your name. Typically, such an order won’t be issued until after a final settlement is reached, but it is possible for a temporary […]
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Most people who decide to get divorced in Georgia understand that they will have to divide the property that they have accumulated during their marriages. However, many of them do not give much thought to the potential tax implications of dividing their property. Understanding the types of taxes that might be imposed when taking different […]
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Some married couples who are over the age of 50 decide to get divorced in Georgia. When older adults divorce, they have fewer years before they retire. This makes it important to handle the division of assets carefully to protect the ability of both spouses to retire on time and to live comfortably after their […]
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Valuation of a business in Cumming, Georgia, and disputes over credit card debts commonly confront couples seeking a divorce. State law calls for an equitable division of marital property. Equitable does not necessarily mean a completely equal split if evidence warrants an adjustment to your divorce settlement. The law recognizes that many factors may justify […]
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When a Georgia couple gets a divorce, child custody is one of the most difficult issues they must face. Managing the custody arrangement can be complicated. What can make this more difficult is ensuring that the children get enough attention from busy parents. Parents who are focused on a career should take certain steps when […]
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Many Georgia couples decide to end their marriages each year. When they have younger children, they should remember that it is difficult for the children and should take steps to make the process easier on them. By understanding some of the common issues that children have when their parents get divorced, couples can help them […]
Every year, the turn of the calendar to a new January is accompanied by an upward trend in divorce filings in Georgia and across the country. Many family law attorneys are familiar with the surge of calls they receive at the beginning of every new year. Even online search engines show a marked increase in […]
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Although some people like to claim that their spouse divorced them for no reason whatsoever, in reality, no one goes through the drama and heartbreak of a divorce without a strong incentive. Whether you and your spouse have grown apart for the last few years or there has been a sudden and catastrophic failure of […]
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The 49th Atlanta Pride Celebration is now just days away. The Siemon Law Firm is excited to announce that in addition to sponsoring the parade and celebration, we will also take on a more active role by marching in the parade. According to the Atlanta Pride Committee, the parade will take place this year on […]
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