Divorce Law
As in every State, the state of Georgia also has certain requirements for getting divorced within their boundaries.
Alimony Law
Alimony in Georgia is not regulated by any specific rule or regulation. It ultimately depends on various factors such as length of marriage.
Prenuptial Agreements
A prenuptial agreement means that you’re entering into a contract with the person you are marrying.
Child Legitimation
Being on the birth certificate and acknowledging your desire to be the father of your child is not enough.
Child Support
The state created baseline amounts of child support based on incomes and the number of children for which support is being paid.
Child Custody
There are four elements considered in the decision-making process: Education, religion, medical and extra-curricular activities.
Practical Fees for Divorce Law & Family Law
Many “Divorce Law and Family Law Offices” will promise strong advocacy and caring representation but not many law offices will commit to representing you for a fixed flat rate our Marietta, Ga based Family & Divorce Law office will. For years our office has represented clients in all of the Metro Atlanta counties and with offices in Marietta and Midtown Atlanta, we have regularly represented clients in Cobb, Cherokee, Paulding, Fulton, Dekalb, Gwinnett, Clayton, Forsyth, Henry, and Bartow county. And, regardless of what court we go to one thing remains constant, our clients have never been forced into bankruptcy to pay for the representation they need.
An experienced family law attorney such as Attorney Sean R. Whitworth understands each client’s particular situation and more importantly has a strong idea about the eventual outcome and how to get there. As a result, an attorney with this knowledge can work with a budget that is realistic and not one that promotes endless litigation and destructive costs. Your domestic matter, whether it be a divorce, child support or a custody modification dispute does not have to leave you with the extra burden of financial ruin. We offer the Flat Fee System for all services. Learn about the fields of law in which we specialize.
Modifications
The State of Ga allows for modifications of child support and custody or visitation orders. This has to be filed through the courts.
Contempt of Court
Contempt of court when it comes to Family Law deals with the disobedience or disregard of a court order directed at a party in the litigation
Protective Orders
Georgia Family Law allows for protective orders in cases of domestic violence, stalking, and harassment. Learn more here.
This office takes all divorce and family law cases seriously, the attorney you retained and spent time expressing the nuances of your case with will be the attorney who returns your calls and answers your emails. The attorney you felt confident enough to retain will be the attorney in the courtroom by your side, and most importantly you will have access to this attorney as we never forget that we may be in courtrooms daily but our clients are experiencing these moments for the first time.”]
Family & Divorce Law Articles
Georgia Divorce Facts You Should Know
Divorce laws in Georgia can have a lasting impact on your finances, parental rights, property, and future. Attorney Sean R. Whitworth has spent more than two decades helping individuals and families throughout Marietta, Cobb County, and the greater Atlanta area navigate complex family law matters.
How child custody works in Marietta Georgia
Divorce involving children is one of the most misunderstood areas of family law in Georgia. Many parents in Marietta and throughout Cobb County begin the process believing that one parent has an automatic advantage, especially when it comes to physical custody. A common misconception is that mothers are more likely to receive custody or that fathers face an uphill battle in court.
Affordable Divorce Lawyer in Marietta, GA
When the economy becomes uncertain, many people in Marietta, Georgia, and throughout the Greater Atlanta area put major life decisions on hold. Divorce is often one of them. It is common to think, Maybe I should wait until my finances improve.
In some situations, that may make sense. However, if your marriage is no longer working, delaying the process can create additional emotional and financial stress.
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