Understanding Divorce in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Divorce is one of the most significant legal and personal decisions a person can make. If you are considering ending your marriage in Georgia, understanding how the process works from start to finish can help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Georgia law...
FIFA World Cup in Atlanta
This year, we are lucky enough to bear witness to a magnificent event in Atlanta. Potentially on par with the hype and excitement shared when Atlanta hosted the Olympic Games in 1996, the FIFA World Cup fever has taken hold of Atlanta. In many restaurants and cafés...
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Your Passport for Unpaid Child Support?
Yes! The International Family Law Attorneys at the Manely Firm are ready to act! Imagine the relief of a mother struggling to support her young children after months or even years of missed child support payments. A court has already ordered support. But instead of...
Custody Concerns & TV Spoilers: “The Nightmare Upstairs”
As an avid documentary consumer, once I heard Hulu released “The Nightmare Upstairs” – even without context of the story it told - I rushed to queue up the first episode. Now, having watched the interviews of a family locked in a contentious custody battle out of...
Divorce and Child Custody for High Net Worth Families in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Divorce is complicated for any family. For high net worth families, the complexity multiplies in ways that most people are not prepared for. The financial stakes are higher, the assets are more varied and often harder to value, and the custody disputes can be shaped...
How Georgia Courts Divide Property in a Divorce: What Equitable Distribution Actually Means
Georgia's equitable distribution standard means courts divide marital property based on fairness, not a fixed formula, and the outcome depends heavily on how your case is presented. Key Takeaways: Equitable means fair, not equal, and Georgia judges have broad...
If You Are Maybe Moving With Children, Stop! Ask Some Questions First!
Here’s the scenario: your significant other wants to move. Maybe you have to move, maybe you don’t. If there is any sign of instability in your home, even if divorce or separation seems a long way off, before you up and move with your children, talk to an attorney. ...
Will I Need to Leave the United States for my Green Card Interview? Breaking Down the Latest USCIS Memo
In the last couple of weeks, many immigrants and their families have seen alarming news headlines and social media posts claiming that green card applicants will now be required to return to their home countries for their interviews. All of the reports are referencing...
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Georgia: What Every Couple Needs to Know
Divorce is rarely a simple decision, but the path through it does not have to be more complicated than necessary. One of the first questions couples face when they sit down with an attorney is whether their divorce will be contested or uncontested. These are legal...
Overestimating Loyalty in the Age of Oversharing
The combination of “loyal friends”, “private” (or not private) social media accounts, and the age of oversharing has led to evidence aplenty for family law attorneys. Litigation in family law doesn’t just change a couple’s relationship, it often reshuffles an entire...
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Passports for Unpaid Child Support?
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Passports for Unpaid Child Support? Yes! The International Family Law Attorneys at the Manely Firm are ready to act! Imagine the relief of a mother struggling to support her young children after months or even years of...
Child Support and Your Passport: What You Need To Know!
The U.S. State Department Will Start Revoking Passports for Parents Who Owe Child Support – What Does this Mean for Passport Holders? The Associated Press has reported that the United States Department of State will begin more seriously enforcing legislation from the...
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