When entering into divorce, many people look at dividing the assets as one of the most important factors to consider. And it is. However, a lot of people fail to think about debts. It is easy to assume that whichever party took on a debt should be the one who absorbs...
One of the most common questions we get asked by clients is whether they need grounds for divorce. It is easy to get confused as to whether Georgia is a no-fault state and as to the various reasons that are acceptable for divorce in the state. As each state has...
Many people facing divorce are tempted to handle their divorces on their own. With all of the knowledge and resources available online today, people may wonder if it is worth it to hire a lawyer to represent them in their divorce cases. Especially for people who love...
Be proud of your conduct during your divorce, you may very well have to answer for it in court. Most people realize that it is important to be on your best behavior before and during divorce proceedings. During the process of divorce, you probably know intuitively...
"Your results may vary." Readers will recognize that as a disclaimer on just about every ad they see for any weight-loss program. Divorce is not about weight loss, but in some cases, analogies might exist. Dissolving a marriage can be difficult and emotionally...
June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision Loving v. Virginia, declaring bans on interracial marriage unconstitutional The Case Mildred Jeter, a black woman, and Richard Loving, a white man, drove from Central Point, Virginia to...
Same-sex marriage was legalized at the federal level in 2015. This sweeping legalization is certainly a means of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, and while same-sex couples can now get married in any state, they may hit some snags when it comes to divorce. This...
Brides.com tends to focus on the finery and fun of weddings, with articles about rings, dresses, honeymoons and more. But sometimes the site addresses topics that are not always easy for couples to talk over as they prepare for their big day. A recent example can be...
Property division can be a contentious issue in any divorce. When two spouses have to find a way to split up the value of a home, or a car, or prized furniture and other assets, it can be a very difficult task -- especially with something as stressful as a divorce...
In part three of our three-part exploration of child custody modifications, we will look at the changing needs of the child. Of course, the needs of the child are the most important consideration in custody modifications, but most modification petitions are a result...