Paternity is different from legitimization. The latter establishes your legal relationship with a child, while the former establishes your biological relationship. An important tool in establishing paternity is DNA testing. A DNA test is easy and painless, but if you...
Month: March 2020
What happens if a co-parent violates a visitation order?
Like most divorced spouses, you probably had some good reasons for ending your marriage. If one of them was your inability to get along with your husband or wife, your post-divorce situation may be somewhat fraught. That is, if you share custody of your kids with your...
What are voluntary and involuntary paternity?
Legal paternity guidelines can be difficult or confusing for those unaware of the laws surrounding them. If you have a child in your life who you want to legally acknowledge, you should know the difference between voluntary and involuntary paternity. Claiming...
How often can I change a child custody order?
Georgia families receive a child custody and visitation order upon divorce. However, you can also modify the child custody order during key moments. By knowing when you can modify the order, you can adjust to changing family situations and better address your child’s...