Category: Divorce

In the complex landscape of divorce proceedings, the division of professional practices presents unique challenges, especially in Georgia. A spouse who is a doctor, accountant, engineer, or other private practitioner will want to protect their business, while their husband or wife may also be entitled to certain interests. This guide explores the intricacies of how […]

In Georgia, when divorcing couples can't reach an agreement on dividing marital property, a superior court judge steps in to equitably distribute assets and liabilities between the parties. Retirement plans often represent a significant portion of marital assets and must be considered in contested divorce cases. Any retirement plan established or enhanced during the marriage […]

With so much on the line in high net worth divorce cases, privacy is a paramount concern to limit public information about assets, debts, and details regarding the lifestyle of the parents and the children. There is also the risk of public scrutiny in many situations.  In addition to preventing the risk of public scrutiny, […]

In Georgia, debt incurred during the marriage is typically considered "marital debt" and divided equitably between spouses as part of the divorce settlement. However, there are exceptions and strategies that can impact how debt gets allocated. Here is a guide to understanding Georgia law regarding debt distribution. To protect your financial interests in your specific […]

It’s not a good idea to empty your 401(k) account before divorcing in Georgia, as this can result in tax penalties and even legal consequences. There are legal avenues, however, to withdraw from your retirement account if you need to access money for your divorce. Let’s take a look at important implications of 401(k) divorce […]

A high asset divorce refers to the dissolution of a marriage involving assets of considerable monetary value. These assets may consist of cash, real properties, businesses, investment and retirement accounts, numismatic collectibles, and other valuable possessions. When substantial property is involved, each party in the divorce will want to protect their interests in property division, […]

Although your spouse may threaten to make you pay for their attorney's fees in your divorce proceedings, such an order is not automatically granted in family law cases. Under Georgia Code 19-6-2, your spouse can be granted attorney's fees in a divorce but this decision is at the discretion of the court. The court must […]

When seeking a divorce in Georgia, you must meet a few requirements. You must file with the proper venue, subject matter jurisdiction and parties. Simply put, you have to file in the right type of court in the correct county where the court has the power to order both parties to take certain actions or […]

What is a wife entitled to in a divorce in Georgia? Under Georgia law, a wife is entitled to an equitable share of the marital property. This may not equate to an exact equal division of assets, but the court will aim for a fair split between both parties. What’s fair or equitable will be […]

Although pursuing certain endeavors on your own can be cost-effective and stress-free, divorce should not fall into this category. Despite the wealth of online information available, legal matters such as divorce are highly intricate and complex. While using online services might initially seem appealing, opting for do-it-yourself divorces often results in complex legal entanglements that […]