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Kidnapping one's own child in violation of court orders can result in criminal charges. Cases of parental kidnapping are frequently reported in the news, as they can be quite compelling. A little known fact is that kidnapping does not always mean moving a person from one place to another. Kidnapping can also be the act […]

Georgia law does not limit how long alimony may last. The duration of alimony is defined by the particulars of the divorce case. The court may decide on the duration of alimony if the parties are unable to reach an agreement. The court takes into account a range of factors when deciding whether to grant […]

Strictly speaking, Georgia law does not formally recognize a legal separation. What should you do, then, if you no longer wish to stay in a relationship with your partner but do not wish to dissolve your marriage? A separate maintenance action, which is Georgia's closest counterpart, may be what you're searching for. A separate maintenance […]

It’s surprisingly common for a divorced parent to be accused of kidnapping their child. Some moms or dads may deliberately abduct their child out of self-interest or resentment for the other parent. But many other parents face criminal consequences simply because they weren’t clear on child custody rules. If you and your ex-spouse are under […]

The topic of prenups is often seen as taboo. When it comes to couples in love, especially new fiancés, no one wants to speculate about the possibility of splitting up. While celebrating an engagement, planning a fancy wedding, and dreaming about honeymoon getaways, the prospect of dealing with a messy divorce will likely be the […]

Preparing for any legal dispute can be overwhelming, stressful, and time-consuming. Regarding divorce cases, the process can be even more difficult due to the added emotional strains and tedious amounts of paperwork often involved. If you’re preparing to file for divorce, you may feel confused as you’re compelled to complete forms you’ve never heard of […]

Georgia is not necessarily an alimony state. The spouse's right to ask for spousal assistance is voided in situations like infidelity or abandonment. Spousal assistance is not mandatory in a Georgia divorce, however, it is usually granted when a long-term marriage ends. Typically, those cases involve a ten year or longer marriage, and assistance is […]

A family law matter can easily go from civil to criminal when one parent refuses to follow a court order. A parent, for example, has engaged in Interstate Interference with Custody if they took a child out of Georgia without the court-appointed parent’s consent. More specifically, they have violated Official Code of Georgia Annotated Title […]

If one spouse fails to answer a divorce petition in Georgia, it will not stop the divorce process from moving forward. It can instead create negative consequences for the supposed respondent. If you’ve been served divorce papers by your spouse, you must file a legal document called an Answer within 30 days to protect your […]

A divorce settlement agreement (also known as a marital settlement agreement) can speed up the divorce process and avoid a costly trial. It depends, though, on whether the divorcing spouses agree with each other on all matters of the divorce. If so, here’s what you need to know about divorce settlement agreements, and how you […]