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Divorce creates an entirely new financial situation. You suddenly face added costs, reduced income, and questions about the future. When you face so many uncertainties, it is wise to take a closer look at your finances and make adjustments as needed. As a Georgia family law attorney, we consistently work with people facing massive life […]

National Estate Planning Awareness Week is October 19th through the 25th this year. As we recognize the importance of estate planning, we also need to think about what happens when life changes. As a divorce lawyer in Gwinnett County, Attorney Sharon Jackson LLC can help you make decisions right for your future. Estate planning after […]

In Georgia, divorcing couples can divide their assets through mediation by working with a neutral mediator to reach an agreement on how to split marital property fairly. Georgia follows equitable distribution principles, meaning assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally, taking into account factors like each spouse's contributions, financial circumstances, and needs. Agreements reached […]

Georgia courts decide infant custody based on what's best for the child, not what either parent prefers. There's no automatic preference for mothers or fathers under Georgia custody law. Judges look at factors like each parent's bond with the baby, their ability to provide care, and the child's need for stability. For infants, courts often […]

Georgia Grandparents' rights can be confusing. Most grandparents have good intentions for their grandchild. When things go wrong, or there is miscommunication about expectations, issues arise. National Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 13, and the ideal time to have a few conversations. Grandparents often provide valuable practical, emotional, and financial roles in the lives of […]

A Georgia prenup is something most marriages should consider. These legal tools ensure you control your future and do not have to abide by just the default laws set in the state. Understanding your rights and the requirements of these contracts is critical, though. If you are thinking about key prenup questions for Georgia Gen […]

Child custody mediation is a confidential process where a neutral third party helps divorcing parents reach agreements about their children's care without going to trial. In Georgia, judges can order parents in contested custody cases to attend mediation before proceeding to court. The mediator facilitates discussions but doesn't make decisions, and parents maintain control over […]

Military protective orders and civilian protective orders serve different purposes in Georgia divorce cases, but can work together to protect victims of family violence. A military protective order is issued by a commander, while family violence protective orders are issued by Georgia civil courts. Under federal law, civilian protective orders have full force on military […]

Georgia school choice disputes are not uncommon in a metro Atlanta divorce. Both co-parents may have expectations of what is best for their child. During back-to-school season, these disagreements about where a child should attend school often come to a head. Common co-parenting school disputes may include choices in public or private school, before- and […]

Gen X is getting older, and surprisingly, more are considering divorce than ever before. Studies indicate that a larger group of people are seeking divorce after the age of 50 - including Gen X, Generation Jones and Boomers. A "gray divorce," as it is called, can prove to be a good move for anyone who […]