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How to Decide Between Periodic and Lump-Sum Spousal Support
For many people, the legal divorce process presents a seemingly endless series of important decisions. It can be especially difficult to evaluate complex situations while dealing with the emotional turmoil often associated with the end of a marriage. In cases where one spouse earned all or most of the household income, one of the toughest […]
Georgia Spousal Support Law Does Not Discriminate Based on Sex
As times and family dynamics change, the assumptions that many people make about the divorce process must evolve as well. In previous decades, men were usually the primary breadwinners in a household, so spousal support proceedings mostly involved women seeking payment from their soon-to-be ex-husbands. Now, many women are the top earners in their family. […]
Don’t Overlook Tax Considerations When Dividing Assets in a Divorce
When you decide to end your marriage, there are numerous concerns to think about. If you and your spouse have children, establishing appropriate custody, child support and visitation arrangements should be top priority. Whether you’re a parent or not, there are multiple financial considerations, such as the disposition of the marital home and division of […]
When Will a Georgia Court Modify an Alimony Order?
When one spouse earns most or all of a couple’s income, a divorce can cause serious money problems for their ex. This is why Georgia law authorizes the use of alimony to provide support to people who depended on their spouse’s pay while they were married. Alimony terms are set based on the sender’s ability […]
Georgia Updates Child Support Standards
Establishing fair child support terms is critical for parents who live apart due to a separation, divorce or the fact that they were never married. In an effort to divide financial responsibilities in an equitable manner, Georgia uses a formula that considers each parent’s income and other relevant information to set a guideline child support […]
