Category: Child Custody

A criminal conviction can significantly affect your child custody case in Georgia. Under Georgia custody law, judges must consider the criminal history of either parent when deciding what arrangement serves the child's best interest. The type of conviction, when it occurred, and whether it involved violence or harm to children all influence how much weight […]

Numerous challenges arise when coparents live in separate areas, have different schedules, and both deserve time with the child. If you are facing the holidays and wondering what to do when the other parent refuses to ensure fair treatment, it may be time to reach out for some help. At Sharron Jackson Attorney LLC, we […]

The holidays often mean a break from routine school hours and an opportunity to spend time with family and friends. Getting a vacation is ideal as well. While holiday travel can be beneficial, it can also be stressful when it comes to custody arrangements. By minimizing common custody complications, Georgia parents can avoid costly and […]

As the school year revs up, so does the risk of having to battle custody issues. New activities and requirements can put pressure on parents and children to make adjustments to custody. Georgia back-to-school custody issues are nothing to overlook. If you and your child’s other parent is struggling, do not wait to take action. […]

It may not seem like a stepparent has any rights to child custody or visitation after a divorce occurs. That was the case for a long time, but the laws now offer opportunities for stepparents in some situations. The goal of any decision related to custody and visitation comes down to what is in the […]

In the ideal situation, when parents divorce, both provide quality care and support for their child, without making negative remarks against the other parent. Yet, every situation is vastly different, and it is quite common for one parent to make hurtful statements to the child about the other. That could mean you are facing parental […]

If you're a non-custodial parent in Georgia, you might feel like the legal system has left you with limited options. Many parents worry they'll lose meaningful connections with their children simply because they don't have primary physical custody. The good news? Non-custodial parents in Georgia have significant legal rights that courts are required to protect. […]

Parenting is an honor and an opportunity. For many people, it is exactly what they want to do. For others, not so much. However, for all parents, it is critical to think about, even just for a moment, what parenting really is. Consider your role, what it means to your child, and what it means […]

July is National Child-Centered Divorce Month. This month’s goal is to raise awareness of the impact that divorce has on children. While ending a marriage may be the right thing for all involved, it is still a challenging process for children. During this month, we focus on providing our clients and families with the resources […]

Most families can use a few summer co-parenting tips in Georgia. Once summer arrives, everything changes daily. Different schedules for each child, the need to manage summer vacations, and late nights all make for confusion when it comes to managing co-parenting schedules. At Attorney Sharon Jackson, LLC, we know that challenges exist. These tips should […]