You can get parenting time of responsibility through a parenting agreement that the court approves in Georgia. That's the best way to do it because it's something that the parties will have to live with. Parenting agreements that were negotiated rather than ordered by...
Year: 2019
How do I establish paternity of my child?
As a responsible and loving adult male, fatherhood of your Georgia child undoubtedly represents one of the most important aspects of your life. But did you know that your paternity is not always automatic? The Georgia Division of Child Support Services explains that...
The difference between paternity and legitimation
As a father in Georgia, you have certain rights in regard to your children. This is true regardless of whether you and the mother were ever married. Similarly, your children have a right to expect financial support from you, among other things. We at McMahan, Perry...
Where does the family dog end up after a divorce in Georgia?
During a divorce in Georgia, couples may have a difficult time deciding on who will take ownership of the family dog. The courts view pets and other owned animals as though they are property, which a judge divides by what seems "fair" for each spouse. When one...
Understanding when your child is anxious to visit your ex
Your divorce may affect each of your children differently and your effort to prepare for their reactions is important to help you understand how to best tend to their needs and concerns. One difficulty you may find especially challenging is if you have a child that is...
How can I prepare for divorce with a special-needs child?
Divorce can be a difficult and trying time, even if there are no children involved at all. Children being involved makes the situation eminently more complicated, and if one or several of those children happen to have special needs the situation becomes even murkier....
What are the differences between paternity and legitimation?
If your son or daughter is born out of wedlock in Georgia, state law grants the mother sole custody. If you, the father, wishes to establish a legal relationship with your child and obtain visitation or custody rights, you must not only establish paternity, but you...
What are the requirements for divorce in Georgia?
Just like states have particular requirements for individuals who wish to get married, so too do states have requirements for getting divorced. Fortunately for you, if you live in Georgia and hope to get a divorce, the conditions are not nearly as strict as those of...
What are grounds for modification to a support agreement in GA?
When the judge presiding over your child custody case in Georgia makes his or her final determination regarding child support, he or she does so with the utmost thought and care. For this reason, it is unlikely the courts will modify a child support agreement simply...
5 steps to obtaining a divorce in Georgia
Your marriage has broken down, and you no longer have the feelings for your spouse that you had at the beginning of the marriage. Although you may still love him or her, you decide to file papers for divorce. The most common ground for divorce is when the marriage is...