In Georgia, undocumented immigrants have significant rights within the realm of family law, particularly concerning divorce and legitimation. This intersection highlights the legal inclusivity that ensures all residents, regardless of immigration status, can access...
International Family Law
Navigating International Child Custody Disputes
Child custody disputes can become particularly challenging when international borders are involved. When a marriage between citizens of different countries ends, the situation becomes even more complicated. This is where the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of...
Your Case Is Local, Until It Isn’t
When going through a family law case involving children, whether it is divorce or a modification of custody action, the focus is often on who is going to have primary custody (if anyone) rather than where that legal relationship with the children is going to be. There...
Turner v. Jonas – What’s the End Goal?
Hot take coming in... I don’t think Sophie Turner filed her Petition for the Immediate Return of the Minor Children to England to actually return the children to England immediately. Based on Turner’s filings in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New...
Navigating Divorce Across State Lines: The Georgia Long Arm Statute
Divorce and child custody matters are never easy. They can become even more complex when ex-spouses are located in different states or even different countries. If you find yourself facing such a situation, understanding Georgia's long-arm statute is crucial to ensure...
When Do I Need An International Family Law Attorney?
When faced with a family law case involving international aspects, it's important to have an experienced and knowledgeable attorney on your side. At The Manely Firm, P.C., we understand the complexities of international family law cases and are dedicated to providing...
Transcending Boundaries
Though I grew up in an 800-population town, my goals have always been to see and experience the world. My undergraduate degree is a B.A. in International Relations and in law school, I received a certificate for an International Law concentration. I have always known...
Fear of the Unknown
Growing up in a rural town with a mere population of 800 people and with a graduating class of only 36 students, I was delayed from experiencing much of a range of diversity in both belief systems and culture. Within my town I observed vicious racism, sexism,...
Can my ex take our child back to their home country after divorce?
It is becoming increasingly common in our world to have marriages between citizens of two different countries. When these marriages fail, it can lead to a complicated situation, since bringing children to another country is much different from bringing them to a...
What does the Hague Convention cover in Georgia and elsewhere?
If a parent wants full custody of their children, seizing the children and fleeing to another country might initially seem like the perfect solution. The custody laws might differ in another country, and parents may believe they can’t be accused of kidnapping their...