Divorce podcasts have become increasingly popular in recent years, offering listeners everything from emotional support and co-parenting advice to financial guidance and legal commentary. For many people facing separation or divorce, these programs can provide...
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Georgia requires a waiting period when spouses file for divorce
When people file for divorce, they may want to complete the process as quickly as possible. The transition period in the midst of filing can be a time of anxiety and uncertainty. Taxes, household bills, social invitations and parenting issues can all trigger...
3 ways to emotionally prepare for divorce
The end of a marriage can bring uncertainty, grief, anger, relief and fear, all at the same time. It can affect how you see yourself, change the rhythm of your daily life and force you to rethink plans you once believed were certain. Because the emotional impact of...
How courts address intentional depletion of marital property
When a marriage begins to break down, financial behavior often changes before divorce papers are filed. One spouse may start pulling money from joint accounts, shifting funds into new accounts or increasing discretionary spending. To the other spouse, it can feel like...
Should you file for divorce over summer vacation?
If you are a parent of young children and are unhappy in your marriage, it might make sense to initiate the divorce proceedings in late spring or very early summer. Doing so then, at a natural break in the year, could potentially help kids have time to adapt to what...
Why divorce odds may go up for empty nesters
Parents often spend around two decades or more raising their children. But those children eventually leave the house, and these parents become known as empty nesters. In some cases, this can prompt a divorce. The marital relationship may only last as long as the...
Avoiding penalties when dividing retirement accounts in divorce
Saving for retirement during marriage is a smart decision. Couples can combine their resources to help ensure their financial stability when they stop working full-time. Those savings may be at risk, however, during divorce proceedings. Frequently, the direct division...
What is the fastest timeline for divorce in Georgia?
By the time one spouse files for divorce, the marriage may have been challenging for years. Both spouses might want to move forward with the divorce as rapidly as possible. People who are familiar with the overall timeline for a Georgia divorce can make informed...
How do people try to hide marital assets?
Marital assets must be divided when a couple gets divorced. However, especially in contentious divorces or high asset divorces, one spouse may be tempted to hide assets to keep them out of property division. You should never do this, as you are required to make a full...
What kind of divorce is best for you?
If you’re considering filing for divorce this year or you believe your spouse may be, it’s wise to be as prepared as possible. It’s not especially unusual for people to consult with a legal representative and then not end up divorcing – or at least not for some time. ...
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