When does the Court have the power to award property in a divorce and when does it not?
Denethris Barnes
Material Matters
Kevin and Erica were divorced three ago. Kevin was awarded primary physical custody of their two boys, Spencer and Adam. The parties have coparented relatively well throughout the years and the boys are thriving in both homes. Erica, however, has recently been...
Divorcing with Dignity
We have all heard the stories. A couple has been married for over 20 years. Admittedly there has been ups and downs, however, the majority of the marriage was peaceful. Although the parties love each other dearly, they've finally decided to stop trying to fit a square...
In the Shadows of RBG
"I said on the equality side of it, that it is essential to a woman's equality with man that she be the decision-maker, that her choice be controlling." -Ruth Bader GinsburgThe world was recently rocked with the news of the passing of the legendary, iconic Ruth Bader...
What are the parental kidnapping laws in Georgia?
Not all those who face parental kidnapping are those with malicious or irresponsible intentions. Some parents find that they can get in trouble with the law when they are only doing what they believe is best for their children. When you share custody of your children...
It Takes a Village
Jamie and Ken, Jr. have been married for 10 years and have two children together. Karen and Ken, Sr., Ken's parents, have been actively involved in the children's lives. Jamie and Ken, Jr. believe that his parents have a history of oftentimes overstepping their...
Strong ≠ Invincible
"That's the problem with being the strong one; No one offers you a hand." - A Wise PersonStrength does not equate to invincibility. Mental illnesses affects tens of millions of individuals each year. Research has shown that only half of the individuals diagnosed with...
Child Abduction under the UCCJEA
Lisa and Chris have a one-year-old daughter together. Lisa and Chris have lived in Minnesota since before their daughter was born. Lisa recently split from Chris and has since been not allowing Chris to see his daughter. Chris has filed a Petition in his county's...
To Half or Half Not: Prenuptial Agreements in the Social Media Era
It is a long standing belief that when you divorce, your spouse gets one-half of everything. For that reason, many people enter into marital contracts to protect themselves. Marital contracts, prenuptial agreements, are agreements made between couples before they...
Visitation Issues During the Quarantine
It's 5:45 p.m. and you're on your way to your designated meeting spot to meet you ex to pick up your child for your visitation weekend. You arrive promptly for a 6:00 p.m. exchange and wait for your ex to show up. 10 minutes pass. Nothing. 15 more minutes pass....