Georgia Child Custody

Frequently Asked Questions about Child Custody and Visitation

Custody and Visitation in Georgia  If you are preparing for a Divorce or Separation and you have children with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, you may have questions about Child Custody and Visitation related to Georgia Law. We have gathered these common questions regarding Child Custody and Visitation and their answers below. What is Reasonable Visitation? Reasonable visitation is simply a […]
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Georgia Custody Law 2021

Can I Gain Legal Rights Of A Child I Raise But Am Not of Biological Relation?  Non-relatives raising children is a common practice in the United States. Neglect in families is a serious issue, and nowadays, it isn’t unusual for a child to be cared for by a family friend, teacher, or even parents of […]
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Family Law Attorney of Marietta Georgia

Our Family Law Practice

We Will Gladly Represent You In Any Of These Family Law Issues: Divorce Law The state of Georgia also has certain requirements for getting divorced within their boundaries. LEARN MORE Alimony Law Alimony in Georgia is not regulated by any specific rule or regulation. LEARN MORE Prenuptial Agreements A prenuptial agreement means that you’re entering […]
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Custody Law Answers

Your Answers to Common Questions about Custody Law & Visitation in GA At the Law Offices of Sean R Whitworth, we often get questions concerning child custody and visitation. Seek legal counsel in your state. The answers listed here are specific to Georgia  Family & Divorce Law. Our offices are located in Marietta Ga and we […]
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Enforce Child Support

How To Enforce Child Support in Georgia

Sharing the latest updates about Georgia Family Law and how to enforce Child Support  Enforce Child Support for your children’s sake. Is your former spouse failing to pay you the awarded child support – letting you struggle to make ends meet?When faced with this problem, many custodial parents feel powerless. Fortunately, there are several ways to enforce […]
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Top Mistakes Newly Separated Couples Make During Divorce Proceedings

13 ACTIONS you should avoid when you are newly separated!  Going through a Divorce? There are rules newly separated couples need to follow while going through the divorce proceedings. Newly separated folks often do and say things that they will regret in the future. Emotional outbursts and acts in the name of “Pay Back” are often the […]
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CAN THE CHILDREN CHOOSE WHERE THEY WANT TO LIVE IN GEORGIA?

The short answer is yes if they are 14 years old; however, the issue is a bit more complex than this.  In Georgia a child at 14 once was able to make a final determination regarding a custody decision.  Today a child at 14 can still make this determination, but the court will still look […]
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THE HOLIDAYS AND DIVORCE

The holidays are one of the most difficult times for parents who went through a divorce. Not only are there changes in the schedule and times in which you can spend with your children but often the custodial parent begins to deny access to the children. The court ordered that you have certain times yet […]
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