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...
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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...
How long must parents wait to modify a Georgia custody order?
Disputes about custody orders are relatively common. In cases where couples had to litigate custody disagreements, both spouses may ultimately feel dissatisfied with the terms set by the courts. The courts could end up hearing endless requests to adjust custody...
Adjusting child custody for summer break
When summer break arrives, children’s schedules change. During the school year, even if both coparents work, the children are typically in class while the parents are at their place of employment. This can make it easy to set up a custody schedule that works for...
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...
What is joint legal custody?
Understanding the terminology for child custody matters can help parents better assert themselves. They need to understand the law and standard procedure in family court to become effective advocates for their children. Most parents share custody. The parents may...
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. ...
Does getting married young really make divorce more likely?
In some cases, when a young couple wants to get married, friends or family members may advise against it. They may say that getting married at a young age makes divorce more likely and that the couple would be better off dating for a few more years before tying the...
Are military pensions at risk during a divorce?
Serving in the military makes people eligible for various benefits. They have access to TRICARE health insurance and they may receive housing benefits, for example. Those who make military service a career could also accrue a pension. Pension benefits help ensure a...
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