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The Changing Landscape of Marriage (and Divorce) for Same-Sex Couples
The bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act (RMA) made headlines across the country in December when it was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden. For all married couples, a quick review of what the law does – and does not do – can be beneficial when considering your rights as a spouse Read More
Considering Divorce in Georgia? Be Aware of the State’s Fault vs. No-Fault Options
Preparing for and executing the dissolution of a marriage is rarely an easy process. Many couples are satisfied with declaring “irreconcilable differences” and getting through the matter as quickly as possible. However, in Georgia, state law provides for two paths to end the marriage: “No-fault” and “fault” divorce. What is the difference between no-fault and Read More
Custody Planning Considerations for the New Year
January’s onset is traditionally a good time to reflect on the old year and make plans for a new one. For divorced parents, the month presents an excellent opportunity to evaluate your custody agreement and begin planning for the emotional and physical logistics of co-parenting with your former spouse in the new year. Custody issues Read More
Prenuptial Agreements: A Primer
Prenuptial agreements seem to be in the headlines recently. No longer the domain of celebrities and billionaires, “prenups” are becoming more popular for millennial and Generation Z couples and can serve a variety of purposes when couples decide to marry. Below are answers to fairly common questions regarding these agreements. What is a prenuptial agreement? Read More
Postponing A Divorce Until the New Year Has Advantages
When a couple decides to divorce, the spouses typically want to resolve the matter as quickly and painlessly as possible. However, there may be financial advantages to staying married through the end of the calendar year. Two important considerations – tax liability and insurance coverage – should help guide your decision-making. Avoiding Higher Tax Liability Read More
Don’t Sleep with Your Soon-to-Be Ex – And Other Tips for Separation in Georgia
More often than you might expect, lawyers for opposite parties in a divorce will have a conversation that starts something like this: “Can you guess what our clients did last night?” It’s not the end of the world, but it can complicate and delay divorce proceedings. If the spouses’ intimacy reflects their interest in reconciling, Read More