Divorce Debunked: Five Common Myths of Uncoupling
Between raw human emotions and an intricate judicial system, divorce is complex enough without misinformation making it harder. People may enter the process with assumptions they have gathered from friends, family, or the internet—only to learn that law and procedure...
Child Support Changes – The Parenting Time Adjustment
As of this year, child support has changed in Georgia. Previously, each parent’s income was the primary items used in calculating child support. The Georgia Child Support Calculator would take the parties’ gross income, do some magic, and spit out a number dependent...
Legitimation in Georgia: Why Signing the Birth Certificate Isn’t Enough to Secure Your Rights as a Father
Unmarried fathers in Georgia have no custody or visitation rights until they complete the legal process of legitimation. Key Takeaways: Paternity and legitimation are separate legal steps in Georgia. Legitimation petitions are filed in the mother's home county. An...
How to File for Divorce in Georgia: A Step-by-Step Overview
Deciding to move forward with a divorce is rarely simple, and that's especially true when minor children are part of the picture. Beyond the emotional weight of the decision, Georgia law has its own specific requirements for who can file, when, and how the case...
HIPAA: What You Need to Know When Your Child Turns 18
When your child turns 18, many parents are caught off guard by one big change: you may no longer be able to access your child’s medical information—even if you’re still helping with care or paying for insurance. The reason for that is a federal medical privacy law...
How Therapy Can Help During Divorce
Something I’ve heard several clients say recently, is “I didn’t go into marriage expecting to get a divorce”. And honestly, who does? Most people enter marriage hoping it will last forever, which is one of the reasons why divorce can feel overwhelming. Divorce can be...
Co-Parenting and Extracurricular Activities
Co-parenting takes work. For many school-aged children, sports practices, recitals, concerts, competitions, tutoring, and social events are part of everyday life. These activities can enrich a child’s routine, build confidence, and provide important structure. But...
Understanding Divorce in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Divorce is one of the most significant legal and personal decisions a person can make. If you are considering ending your marriage in Georgia, understanding how the process works from start to finish can help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Georgia law...
FIFA World Cup in Atlanta
This year, we are lucky enough to bear witness to a magnificent event in Atlanta. Potentially on par with the hype and excitement shared when Atlanta hosted the Olympic Games in 1996, the FIFA World Cup fever has taken hold of Atlanta. In many restaurants and cafés...
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Your Passport for Unpaid Child Support?
Yes! The International Family Law Attorneys at the Manely Firm are ready to act! Imagine the relief of a mother struggling to support her young children after months or even years of missed child support payments. A court has already ordered support. But instead of...
Custody Concerns & TV Spoilers: “The Nightmare Upstairs”
As an avid documentary consumer, once I heard Hulu released “The Nightmare Upstairs” – even without context of the story it told - I rushed to queue up the first episode. Now, having watched the interviews of a family locked in a contentious custody battle out of...
Divorce and Child Custody for High Net Worth Families in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Divorce is complicated for any family. For high net worth families, the complexity multiplies in ways that most people are not prepared for. The financial stakes are higher, the assets are more varied and often harder to value, and the custody disputes can be shaped...
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