In many cases, hiring an attorney can pay for itself, making us extremely affordable. I'll give you an example.A couple of months ago, a client came to me to talk about a contempt action his ex-wife had filed against him. She was seeking $8,000.00 in...
Month: October 2013
If you are in a divorce, you are being sued!
Tonight's post, "If you are in a divorce, you are being sued," was written by one of Marietta's finest family law attorneys, Darrin Keaton.Many people who have been served (or have acknowledged service) in a contested divorce will tell you they have never been sued...
Uncontested Divorce
Tonight's post on Uncontested Divorce is written by one of our Lawrenceville attorney's Wesley Wilson.The other day I saw a billboard just advertising an attorney's fees for an "uncontested divorce" and it got me thinking, do people really know what an uncontested...
Divorce, a battle of wills
What happens when staying in the marriage has become a grudge match between the parties? What happens when all that is left between the couple is their battle of wills, to see who will cry uncle first? What happens when divorce is not an option because divorce...
Divorce: Creating a Financial Snapshot
Tonight's Post, Divorce: Creating a Financial Snapshot, is written by our lead Lawrenceville attorney, John P. Smith.Once an individual has decided to dissolve their marriage, it is prudent to create and document a "snapshot" of the current financial situation....
Trial Practice: The Truth Shall Set You Free
Tonight's trial practice tip comes from Cherese Clark who practices in our Atlanta office.Lawyering 101: "Never ask a witness a question that you do not know the answer to."You spend hours getting to know your client, hours getting to know the facts, and more hours...
Happiness in Family Law
Tonight's post is written by the attorney heading up our Savannah office, David Purvis.For many people, going through a divorce or custody battle represents one of the unhappiest parts of their lives. Unfortunately, many family law attorneys do little to alter that by...
Do It Yourself Family Law.
Tonight's post, "Do it yourself Family Law," is written by our Lawrenceville attorney, Wesley Wilson.At The Manely Firm, we provide every potential client with a free 30 minute consultation. These consultations are an opportunity for us to hear your issues, answer...