Understanding Divorce Costs: The Clarity of Flat Fees with Sean R. Whitworth, Attorney at Law Divorce is a complex journey, emotionally and financially. At the Law Office of Sean R. Whitworth in Marietta, GA, we recognize the added strain that uncertain legal fees can cause, which is why we champion…
Where do I file for Divorce if I live in Georgia? Georgia Divorce Law requires that you file a complaint about divorce in Superior Court in the county where your spouse resides. If your spouse no longer resides in Georgia, then you have to file in the county of your own…
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?…
What is the difference between a Temporary and an Emergency Hearing? In Georgia, parties motion for two types of hearings before resolving the case or going to a final trial. What is a Temporary Hearing? Most family law cases (child custody, divorce, alimony, etc.) have a Temporary Hearing in front…
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,…
How to get through Holidays after Divorce? Whether it’s your first, second, or third Thanksgiving after Divorce, making arrangements and navigating plans requires a little extra effort, especially when children are involved. Be ready to create new traditions and prepare for challenges. Holidays can be tricky after Divorce. Please read…
Parenting and Divorce during a Pandemic In the past year we went from feeling on top of the world to feeling anxious and full of questions about a sudden and still unpredictable disease that is plaguing not just the USA but the world as a whole. vaccines may be the…
GEORGIA EQUITABLE CAREGIVER STATUTE IS NOW IN FULL EFFECT Custody Law Changes in Georgia that could affect your Case! On July 1, 2019, a sweeping overhaul to Article 1 Chapter 7 of Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated went into effect regarding the parent and child relationship…
Why You Should Pay Flat Fees for Divorce and Family Law Issues Legal services and the retaining of an attorney is the only purchase a person makes in which they agree to the service without finalizing the agreed-upon price. Charging Flat Fees for Divorce & Family Law matters should be…
Georgia Child Custody Factors Considered by a Judge: The bonding and emotional ties that exist between each parent and the child The length of time the child has lived in the current home and whether that environment is stable and satisfactory The mental and physical health of each parent Evidence…