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How secure is DNA testing for paternity?

Last updated on April 8, 2021

From identifying criminals to learning facts about your ancestors, DNA testing has become an accepted and even common part of modern culture. Proving paternity in a Georgia custody case is another popular use of this scientific test, and it may be an option you are considering if you want to establish your biological connection to […]

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A new start: Steps to reestablishing credit after divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

The financial outlook you and your spouse shared may change dramatically after your divorce in Georgia. The judge will attempt to make the division of assets and debt fair based the individual income and circumstances of you and your spouse, but the final decree may still result in a situation that is financially challenging. Having […]

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Reducing a child’s stress during divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

No matter how well parents in Georgia manage to hide the conflict of divorce from their children, the event itself upsets the security of a child’s life. A single transition can cause a sense of instability that leads to stress, but according to the Institute for Family Studies, a typical divorce is a major transition […]

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I do – for now: Will short-term marriages become a trend?

Last updated on April 8, 2021

If you are planning to file for divorce in Georgia, you may be feeling emotional and financial strain as you make your way through the process of ending your marriage. According to Time Magazine, a recent survey indicated that a change may be coming in the legal processes of marriage and divorce, at least if […]

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Don’t miss out on this source of income after divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Regardless of the ages of spouses who are getting divorced in Georgia, their financial outlook as single people may not be as rosy as it was when they pooled their incomes and shared expenses. However, the closer they are to retirement, the more important it is for each of them to maximize their income potential. […]

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New law protects visitation rights of extended family members

Last updated on April 8, 2021

During a Georgia divorce, the changes and adjustments that must be made are often difficult for children to process. Regardless of the age of the child, Psychology Today points out that the parenting plan and visitation rights may facilitate recovery by preserving routine and consistency through the schedule in the child custody order. The Henry […]

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The importance of virtual assets in divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Considering division of property in divorce, most people think of things like homes, cars, jewelry and other tangible items. However, there are other assets that are just as important in divorce: Virtual assets. While just as important as tangible assets, virtual assets are more complicated to divide in divorce. If you have significant virtual assets […]

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Prenups for blended families

Last updated on April 8, 2021

Georgia residents who are preparing to walk down the aisle for the second or subsequent time should give strong consideration to creating a prenuptial agreement. There are a few reasons for this. First of all, the fact that a remarriage is happening gives proof to the fact that even the most promising marriages may end […]

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Life insurance and divorce

Last updated on April 8, 2021

While a couple is discussing property division and considering how their Georgia divorce will affect their finances, one of the topics they may need to include in that conversation is life insurance. According to Protective.com, a policy may be a marital asset that should be divided, if it has a cash value. If not, a […]

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How age may affect your child’s post-divorce needs

Last updated on April 8, 2021

During your child custody case in Georgia, one of the judge’s primary concerns will be making the decisions that are in your child’s best interests. To do this, he or she must consider the state of your child’s emotions, developmental stage and psychological needs. We at the Siemon Law Firm often provide advice to parents […]

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