Sometimes you don’t know what to do until you’re in the situation. Some people may feel uncomfortable talking about or planning for death. They may assume that only the wealthy need an estate plan. Here are a few things I wish I knew before my grandparents passed...
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The Dance Super Bowl
The time of year has come where for the dance community, it is our “Super Bowl.” While it is an exciting time, it is important to remember that this competition, the UCA & UDA College Cheer and Dance Nationals, is one of the hindrances to dance team members being...
Filing Costs, Attorney’s Fees, and Contests, Oh My!
Budgeting for Divorce The average cost of divorce in Georgia where there are no children involved is around $15,000. That cost can balloon to over $23,500 if there are children involved. For many people, this is one of the most costly endeavors they will undertake in...
3 Strategies for Dealing with Grief
2024 was one of the hardest years of my life. I lost my grandfather who fought various illnesses over the better part of the last 20 years. A few months later, my partner lost his mother after a horrible stroke and 6 months in the hospital. I was close with both of...
What Did God Give George Bailey
On Tuesday, our local classic theater in Marietta, The Strand, aired a marathon of It’s a Wonderful Life. They started it in the morning and just repeated it throughout the day and well into the night. It’s a wonderful Christmas movie about a man at the end of his...
All I Want for Christmas is an Effective Co-Parent
The holiday season is often regarded as a time of joy and togetherness. However, for newly divorced or separated parents, it can bring about challenges, particularly when it comes to co-parenting. Balancing the needs and schedules of children, ensuring fair...
Grandparent Power of Attorney: What You Need to Know
When life takes an unexpected turn, grandparents often become pillars of support for their families. It could mean stepping in to care for grandchildren—temporarily or long-term. But without the proper legal arrangements, even the most capable grandparents may find...
Does Signing a Birth Certificate Legitimize a Child?
When it comes to parenthood, one of the most important questions parents or guardians might face is whether signing a birth certificate provides a child with the legal recognition and status they deserve. It’s a decision laden with emotional, legal, and lifelong...
What Is Probate Court and How To Avoid It?
Have you ever thought about how your family will transfer your assets to a spouse, children, family members, or others upon your death? The term probate may come up. A loved one’s assets could include their home, cars, bank accounts, etc. In Georgia and in most...
How to Handle Medical Concerns in Child Custody Cases
When Megan and her ex-husband decided to separate, they knew they would have to co-parent their young daughter. What Megan didn’t anticipate was how complicated medical decisions could become. From navigating doctor’s appointments to agreeing on whether their child...