Restraining Order

Fight and you might get yourself in legal trouble - newly separated? seek counsel now! Get a protective order if you are being emotionally or physically abused

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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Divorce Emergency Child Custody

Divorce Emergency

What is considered a Divorce Emergency according to Georgia Law?  If you have a pressing Divorce Emergency contact us immediately, we offer free consults, flat fees and in some circumstances we can work with you on a payment plan.  One of the reasons to hire Sean Whitworth or any good Family Law Attorney is that […]
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FAMILY VIOLENCE AND STALKING PROTECTIVE ORDERS

If you are the victim of harassment or abuse by an individual the State of Georgia provides for protective orders.  There are two types of protective orders, a family violence protective order and a stalking protective order. Many times during the stress and emotions of a divorce one or both parties will turn to the […]
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WHAT IS A TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE ORDER

A Temporary Protective Order (TPO) is a legal document issued by a court to help victims obtain protection from persons abusing, harassing, or stalking them. A TPO will generally prohibit contact between parties and may remove or restrict someone from a certain place or residence. Once there has been a recent act of family violence […]
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