Category: Child Custody

Last updated on April 8, 2021

In a recent blog, we discussed child custody modifications for parental relocation. When a parent moves to another location, it changes the details of custody and visitation and often requires a modification of custody and visitation. Another common situation requiring child custody modifications involves the child’s choice. In some cases, a child will want to […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

With the increase in mobility and job insecurity in recent years, parental relocation has become a common issue for parents after a divorce. The reality is that the life circumstances of every family will change with some frequency, so it’s not uncommon for a custody order to become ineffective for a family only a couple […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

Parents of teenagers in Georgia know just how emotional their children can be at this age can be. While at the height of their need thus far to pull away from moms and dads to establish their own identities, teens simultaneously continues to need parental love, support and stability. A divorce can rock a teenager’s […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

Are you the divorcing or separating parent in Georgia of a child under the age of five? If so, you will want to learn how to best help your child during the transitions that he or she will be experiencing as you get separated or divorced from your child’s other parent. Even with a limited […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

Are you the parent of a child with Attention Deficity Hyperactivity Disorder in Georgia? Are you also considering a divorce or perhaps have already embarked on a path toward divorce? If so, you will no doubt want to learn how to help your ADHD child during the divorce process. While the emotional and logistical upheavals […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

As many Georgia high school seniors start receiving their college acceptance letters this time of year, their parents are left to figure out how to fund their educational needs. When parents are divorced or are starting down the path toward divorce, this issue can become trickier. As explained by Forbes, child support awards do not […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

If you are in the midst of a divorce in Georgia and you have minor children, you will want to understand how the state approaches child custody decisions. Of all of the aspects of your divorce, those directly involving your children may well cause you the most angst. Having a good idea of what is […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

Are you one of the many Georgia parents who is facing an impending divorce? If so, you no doubt have a myriad of questions surrounding the future of your time and relationship with your children. Understanding how the state approaches child custody is essential for you as you navigate through the divorce process. If you […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

January is a time that many Georgia residents start to think about their prior year’s tax returns. If you are one of the people in Georgia who got divorced last year, preparing and filing your 2016 tax return will be different than in prior years. You will likely have new questions and things to think […]

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Last updated on April 8, 2021

Georgia moms and dads who must raise their children with a former spouse or partner know the ongoing challenge that doing this well can really be. Clearly couples that were unable to remain together in their relationships are likely to have troubles working collaboratively to raise their children after a split. However, it can be […]

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