I don’t own much. Do I need a will? My children can decide. My spouse will get everything. These are all phrases that I often hear from clients who do not think they need a will. Everyone that owns something, whether a house, bank accounts, vehicles, or personal...
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Parenting Plan in Georgia: Key Elements Every Divorcing Parent Should Know
When you’re separating or divorcing and have children, one of the most important legal documents you’ll create is your parenting plan. This isn’t just a legal formality; it’s a detailed agreement that serves as the foundation for how your child will be raised between...
How to Create a Valid Postnuptial Agreement in Georgia
You didn’t get a prenup—but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to protect your assets. While prenups often get all the attention, postnuptial agreements are gaining popularity among married couples in Georgia. Whether you’re facing a shift in financial circumstances,...
The Quilt
Every Sunday, Evelyn unfolded the same faded quilt across her kitchen table. It was more than just fabric. It was memory. It was comfort. It was love stitched into every square: patches from her daughter Jenna’s favorite childhood dresses, pieces from Milo’s old...
5 years since COVID-19 Lockdowns
Do you remember where you were in March 2020? I was in my first year of law school, on Spring Break with my family in Florida. I was stressed, locked in on school, and my brother and I decided to get tattoos. Great combo, I know. It also just happened to be...
The Next Step: Option One
In my last post, last week, I addressed the lack of wisdom in putting your head in the sand. The better choice is to draw a line in the sand. Now, hopefully, you’ve employed a calm period in your day to assess where you should most logically draw a line in the sand,...
Actions Shout Louder Than Words
“I’ll see you next weekend, buddy. We will go to a basketball game.” As soon as his dad dropped him off, the little boy rushed up to his room to hunt for the basketball jersey his dad gave him last year. He wanted to wear it desperately, despite it being at least two...
Head in the Sand or Line in the Sand?
It’s a binary choice, right? When you are faced with something you’d rather not endure, do you put your head in the sand or do you draw a line in the sand as if to say, “this line shall not be crossed?” If you put your head in the sand, any cessation of the other’s...
Eligibility Requirements for Annulment in Georgia: Who Can File?
Considering an Annulment? Have you found yourself questioning the validity of your marriage and wondering if annulment could be an option for you? If so, you’re not alone. For Georgia residents, understanding the process and requirements for annulment can provide...
How Your Georgia Divorce Attorney Can Help You Prepare for a Contested Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but when spouses can’t agree on critical decisions such as asset division, child custody, or spousal support, it becomes a contested divorce. These types of divorces can be more complex and emotionally charged, leaving many wondering, “How do I...