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Divorce proceedings can take months or sometimes even years to finalize in Georgia. During this time, it may be a challenge to maintain your standard of living, especially if your spouse controlled the family finances or you've been out of the workforce. The good news is that Georgia law provides several options for obtaining financial […]

Who pays for college after divorce in Georgia? With the cost of college education on the rise, many students still expect their parents to meet these financial obligations. However, divorce changes that obligation to some degree. If your child is heading to college, there are some essential questions about college costs after divorce that you […]

Going through a divorce means facing immediate needs while waiting for your case to finish. You need to pay bills. Your kids need stability. These concerns don't wait for a final decree. That's where temporary orders come in. In Georgia, divorce cases take anywhere from six months to several years to resolve completely. During this […]

After a divorce, it becomes critical to change various aspects of your life. With so many changes, estate planning often becomes an oversight. Yet, once your divorce is final, you likely want to make changes to who can make decisions for you and what happens to your assets. Divorce and estate planning in Georgia go […]

Domestic violence is a devastating, physically and emotionally crushing act that can change the course of a person’s life. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the ideal time to discuss not only what domestic violence is but what to do if you are a victim. Georgia Family Law Attorney Sharon Jackson LLC provides one-on-one […]

No matter how hard you worked and your spouse did not, or what you contributed and they failed to do, Georgia follows equitable distribution in the division of assets in a divorce. Equitable is not the same as equal, and that plays a different role in the decisions surrounding all marital property. Estate planning also […]

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. […]

More than ever, marital property is becoming complex. When filing for divorce, it is critical to be open and honest with the court about all of your assets, including any marital assets like digital currency. These are valuable parts of the division of property within a marriage. Because divorce and cryptocurrency in Georgia can be […]

Honesty is always the best policy, even through a messy divorce. Yet, for many people, it is not always clear if the soon-to-be spouse is being fair and honest. When you suspect they are not, hiring an accountant can prove to be critical. Using a Georgia divorce forensic accountant can prove to be a valuable […]

In today's economic climate, many couples in Georgia find themselves grappling with financial difficulties while also facing the prospect of divorce. When divorce and bankruptcy intersect, spouses will likely need legal guidance and representation in both aspects of the law, especially as these greatly impact their financial future. In this guide, we’ll explain the intricacies […]