Georgia Legal Blog
Posted on Jan 14, 2017
Often, our clients report that the final straw in the build-up of a decision to seek a divorce occurs when the other spouse begins draining or diverting bank or financial accounts or other assets ...
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Posted on Nov 28, 2016
When a child is born out of wedlock in Georgia, the father may be required to undergo a paternity test to prove that the child is his own. A biological connection is not considered a legal connection ...
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Posted on Feb 1, 2016
Clients often come to me looking to “win custody” of their children. Whether the custody contest occurs within a divorce, modification, legitimation or other case requiring the entry of a ...
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Posted on Dec 8, 2015
While the holidays are a time of family fun for many, this time of year can be extremely difficult for children whose parents have recently split. This change in routine can create quite a struggle ...
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Posted on Aug 21, 2015
Gwinnett County attorney Douglas N. Fox of Fox Firm, P.C. in Lawrenceville, Georgia has been able to secure a landmark achievement for himself and his legal team. As of this year (2015), he is ...
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Posted on Jul 15, 2015
June 26 th, 2015 will go down as a landmark day in American history, as this was the day that the United States Supreme Court ruled to legalize same-sex marriage in all 50 states. The ruling did not ...
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Posted on Nov 12, 2014
When a marriage seems as if it may be coming to an end, most people consider divorce as their only option. What these people do not realize is how they can benefit from a legal separation. The ...
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Posted on Aug 28, 2014
When parents who are facing divorce, modification, legitimation or other parental rights action in Georgia seek to draft and submit a parenting plan, the most common custodial arrangement by far in ...
Continue reading "Defining 'Joint Legal Custody' In Georgia Parenting Plans" »
Posted on Aug 25, 2014
Military divorce is not the same as civilian divorce. As a member of the military or the spouse of a military member who is considering divorce, it is important you understand what makes a military ...
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Posted on May 28, 2014
Most any attorney will obviously advise you to hire an attorney to represent you for any litigation in the domestic relations arena (i.e., divorce, modification of custody or support, legitimation, ...
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Posted on Jan 3, 2014
Part 4: Public Access to TPO Records As set forth in Parts 1 through 3 of this four-part article, because cases involving Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs) in Georgia can have significant ...
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Posted on Dec 27, 2013
Part 3: Basic Procedure of Formal Hearing after Service of Ex Parte Petition As set forth in Parts 1 and 2 of this four-part article, because cases involving Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs) in ...
Continue reading "Part III: How Does a Typical Temporary Protective Order Work in Georgia?" »
Posted on Dec 20, 2013
Part 2: Basic Procedure of Petitioner's Ex Parte Petition As set forth in Part 1 of this four-part article, because cases involving Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs) in Georgia can have ...
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Posted on Dec 13, 2013
Part 1: General Information When someone in Georgia believes they might be in physical danger as a result of family violence or stalking behavior, he/she can pursue a protective order through the ...
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Posted on Sep 26, 2013
In Georgia, there are two essential types of restraining orders that my clients might encounter: Temporary Protective Orders (TPO) and Mutual Restraining Orders (MRO). TPOs involve allegations of ...
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Posted on Aug 5, 2013
Over the years, I have had many clients complain that time they once treasured with their grandchildren has either been unfairly diminished or flat-out eliminated by the parents. Questions often then ...
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Posted on Jun 25, 2013
Under the common law of England, illegitimate children could not be rendered legitimate by any subsequent act of their parents. They were unfortunate members of society branded forever by the lusts of ...
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Posted on Jun 17, 2010
Legal separation is a complicated process that can be emotionally draining. However, when spouses are fully prepared for their separations, they usually find that the process is less traumatic and ...
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Posted on Jun 15, 2010
If you are going through a divorce in Gwinnett County, it is important that you secure the services of a Gwinnett County family lawyer. Whether you think you need legal representation or not, it is ...
Continue reading "3 Reasons You Need a Divorce Lawyer" »
Posted on Jun 10, 2010
In the state of Georgia, when parents are going through a child custody matter, they often wonder if their children can choose which parent they want to live with. Generally speaking, if the children ...
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Posted on Jun 3, 2010
Recently, news sources confirmed that a couple that appeared on popular television show "Extreme Makeover Home Edition" has filed for divorce. The couple, Greg and Ginger Akers, appeared on ...
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Posted on Jun 1, 2010
In Georgia, a parent may seek modification of child support whenever there is a drastic change in income or the needs of the children involved. For example, if the parent that pays child support ...
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Posted on May 21, 2010
DeShawn Snow, a former cast member from the show "Real Housewives of Atlanta", is filing for divorce from her husband. Snow is married to former NBA player, Eric Snow, and reports are ...
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Posted on May 5, 2010
If you're considering a divorce, it's wise to start planning ahead and the time is now. There are several important areas to consider when planning for a divorce; following are a few of the ...
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Posted on Apr 23, 2010
According to a recent article written by Josh Green, staff writer for the Gwinnett Daily Post, Gwinnett authorities arrested two men this week in separate cases,charging them with endangering the ...
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