There are many children, in Georgia and beyond, who need stable homes and loving families. If you have an interest in adopting a child, there are many possible paths to take. No type of adoption is intrinsically better than any other. However, certain types of...
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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...
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...
How are alimony awards determined?
Alimony, sometimes called spousal support, is a payment made from one former spouse to the other to help balance any economic disadvantage caused by divorce. Traditionally, this meant ex-wives who worked in the home during the marriage would have time to transition to...
Parallel parenting is a good option after high conflict divorce
Shared parenting with your ex can be a stressful prospect, especially after a high conflict divorce. If there is lingering hostility and the two of you are not on speaking terms, parallel parenting might be a good solution. Parallel parenting is shared parenting with...
Can mediation work for you in your divorce?
One thing about divorce, it can be an emotional and stressful process. One way you can side-step some of the weight of pain you feel during a divorce is going through mediation. Mediation is a process where a third-party will come in and facilitate the discussions to...
How does Georgia court determine custody?
You and your spouse decide to divorce, but you share custody of your children. After analysis, a court may decide whether to award you joint custody based on the best interests of your child. Judges look at many elements when determining custody arrangements, but they...