Family Law

(Qualified Domestic Relations Order)? Even while you’re going through the difficulty of a divorce, you need to make informed financial decisions regarding the division of the property that you and your spouse have accumulated during your marriage. Retirement savings are one of the largest assets many people own, and therefore are an important issue in divorce proceedings. If you’re planning…

Many clients often wonder about the child dependency exemption when filing for a divorce. The question becomes which parent will be able to claim the child or children on a federal and state tax return during the separation process and long-term after the divorce has...

By Bob Coleman What is considered adultery in Georgia, and what effects could it have on alimony payments in a divorce? Adultery in Georgia courts is defined as sexual intercourse with someone other than one's spouse. There are many acts...

Children have different needs at different ages, and this is especially true when it comes to divorce, separation and co-parenting. Many parents seem to think that younger children are able to cope with divorce better because they are unable to understand the changes...

Those who live, work or own a business in Georgia may not think that a prenuptial agreement is for them. However, it is not just the rich that benefit from a custom agreement negotiated and executed before a wedding. During the divorce process, individuals are...

People in Georgia need to take steps to protect their investments and other finances if they are getting a divorce. In order to do this, they need to have complete documentation of those finances, including assets, debts, income and expenses. They will need a number...

Divorcing couples in Georgia must make some important decisions regarding the division of marital property. While some states require an equal distribution of joint assets, most states only require that assets are divided fairly. When one partner stays home to take...

Married couples in Georgia may not believe that they might become one of the 2 million divorces that occur each year. However, it is important that they understand the divorce process and the importance of planning before, during and after a divorce. There are three...

Because college students in Georgia and elsewhere in the country tend to have busy summer schedules that involve things like internships, summer jobs and trips, January is a popular month for couples jointly pursuing higher education to exchange "I dos." Younger...

People in Georgia who decide to divorce may face difficult questions about how to handle the marital home as part of the settlement. Unlike traditional financial assets, the home cannot simply be split like a bank account or retirement fund. However, unlike other...