Deciding to end a marriage is never an easy decision. It’s often accompanied by a whirlwind of emotions, questions, and uncertainties about the future. One of the initial questions you might find yourself asking is: “Should I file first for divorce?” This question is...
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Parallel Parenting to Help Lower Conflict
Dealing with the aftermath of a divorce can be challenging, especially when children are involved. For parents entrenched in high-conflict situations, the conventional wisdom surrounding co-parenting might seem like an unattainable situation. This is where parallel...
Navigating Divorce After Infidelity: Is Staying Together the Right Choice?
Discovering an unfaithful spouse can lead to one of the most challenging crossroads in a marriage: deciding whether to try to rebuild the relationship or to consider divorce. The revelation of a cheating partner often leaves you questioning the viability of the...
I Don’t Trust My Husband – Is Divorce My Only Option?
When trust in a marriage starts to crumble, it can feel like you're standing at a crossroads, with one sign pointing towards divorce and the other shrouded in uncertainty. If you're repeatedly thinking, "I don't trust my husband," it's a glaring red flag that demands...
Why You May Want to Avoid Probate and How to Do It
Probate—this term might sound familiar from movies or TV shows depicting the aftermath of someone's passing, where assets are divvied up among heirs. While the portrayal may not be entirely accurate, the essence of probate is real. And while it may seem like a...
Your Guide to Essential Estate Planning in Georgia
What is Estate Planning, and Why is it Essential? In our daily lives, we plan for vacations, strategize for work projects, and organize various aspects of our routine. Yet, when it comes to planning for the inevitable uncertainties of life—growing old, facing illness,...
Inheritance and Divorce – Georgia Divorce Laws
Picture the following scenario. Emily’s mother recently passed away. As part of her will, she left her estate to her daughter, Emily and her granddaughter. Shortly after the mother’s passing and her bequeathing of this inheritance to her daughter and granddaughter,...
Are Ex-Spouses Entitled to Alimony in Georgia?
Divorce is not only difficult to go through, but in many cases, it can also be difficult to comprehend. With numerous legal aspects to deal with, it can be confusing. One of the areas that frequently leads to misunderstanding is alimony or spousal support. Alimony is...
I can’t stand my ex, now how can I co-parent?
This is a question many separated or divorced parents face as they move from partners and parents to solely parents. Separation and divorce can really bring out the worst in people and then you add on the stress of the unknown and the emotional turmoil divorce and...
Ted Lasso and family law
Who is Ted Lasso? When Ted Lasso first premiered, the loveable coach traveled to England with his best buddy and assistant coach, wearing a wedding band but with no family in sight. Over the past three seasons, we have been introduced to Ted’s wife and son and the...