Alabama Supreme Court invalidates same-sex Georgia adoption

Last updated on April 8, 2021

The Supreme Court of Alabama made headlines a few weeks ago after handing down a highly controversial decision in E.L. v. V.L., a case that originated here in Georgia with the adoption of three children by a woman in a same-sex relationship. According to the facts of the case, two women, identified as E.L. and […]

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Understanding some of Georgia’s legal requirements relating to divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Once the difficult decision is made to pursue a divorce, chances are very good that a spouse will want to initiate the process as soon as possible. While the reasons for wanting a split to proceed in an expeditious manner vary — from wanting to spare children from any unnecessary aggravation to wanting out of […]

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Do I really need an attorney to get a divorce in Georgia?

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Financial concerns top the list of worries for many people these days. Jobs are harder to find, promotions are harder to come by, college tuition is astronomical and the cost of living is not necessarily going down. At times like this, the prospect of paying a divorce attorney with hourly fees to help you and […]

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Why unmarried older couples should consider cohabitation agreements

Last updated on April 8, 2021

It goes without saying that social mores have evolved to a considerable degree over the last several decades. Indeed, the majority of people will not bat an eye at the thought of two people living together outside of marriage. While cohabitation is then very common among younger people, it’s also becoming increasingly popular among older […]

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Those considering uncontested divorce must proceed with caution

Last updated on April 8, 2021

One of the more common thoughts when it comes to filing for divorce is that it will invariably result in a couple being dragged into a prolonged, expensive and altogether bitter legal dispute. This is, of course, far from being a universal truth. Indeed, while many couples do end up in court to resolve issues […]

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A firm that understands the unique considerations of international divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Thanks to continued advancements in the field of information and communications technology, it’s becoming easier and easier to conduct anything international online, whether it’s holding meetings, attending lectures, or just talking face-to-face with friends and family. The fact remains, however, that despite this technological evolution, people are still traveling, working and attending school outside the […]

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What you need to know about family law mediation

Last updated on April 8, 2021

If you have recently filed for divorce in Fulton County, Georgia, then you may already know that you are eligible to receive eight free hours of mediation through the county’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Office. However, you may not fully understand what mediation is or how it can benefit you. Reaching a solution Mediation is a […]

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What are employers required to report concerning child support? – II

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Last time, we began discussing how those individuals fortunate enough to land a new job may not realize that while they are busy acclimating to their position, their new employer may be busy submitting their personal information to a state-run child support database. While this may sound somewhat sinister, we discussed how the reality is […]

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What are employers required to report concerning child support?

Last updated on April 8, 2021

When a person receives the news that they’ve been hired, it’s understandably cause for celebration. However, this celebration may prove to be short-lived once the person actually reports for work, as they will soon find themselves inundated with forms to sign, people to meet, policies with which to familiarize themselves and, of course, duties to […]

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When drafting a prenup, what are you allowed to include?

Last updated on April 8, 2021

A couple of weeks ago, we wrote a post about prenuptial agreements and the “lifestyle clauses” that can be included in these contracts. These are personal provisions that can cover a vast amount of behaviors and actions. But it got us thinking about what can, and can’t, be included in a prenuptial agreement. While some […]

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