Georgia implemented new child support guidelines on January 1, 2026. The new guidelines introduce several significant changes designed to improve the calculation and enforcement of child support. These changes aim to create a more balanced approach that considers the...
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What happens after a temporary protective order is issued in GA?
When a Georgia court issues a Temporary Protective Order (TPO), it immediately sets legal boundaries between two people. Whether the order protects against family violence or stalking, it creates clear rules that both sides must follow. Knowing what happens next helps...
How do you make school decisions and co-parent your children?
Co-parenting can be challenging, especially when it comes to making important decisions for your children, such as their education. In Georgia, both parents have the right to participate in decisions that affect their children, including where they go to school....
Family law cases involving temporary protective orders
In 2018, Georgia law enforcement responded to 44,900 family violence calls, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Such situations can complicate things when a family is in court for custody issues or a divorce. These scenarios often involve a temporary...
Common questions about child custody
Ending your marriage is a gut-wrenching decision, especially when you have kids. Divorce proceedings can swiftly turn bitter when discussing child custody arrangements. Finding common ground with your ex will ease tensions and lead to healthier relationships with your...
Spending enough time with your kids after divorce
When you know you want to end your marriage, you worry about how divorce may affect your relationship with your children. Even if you plan to share custody with your former spouse, you may have concerns that work, school and activities will interfere with quality...
Digital divorce in the age of coronavirus
Coronavirus has no doubt changed American life for the foreseeable future. As businesses and restaurants across Georgia close their doors to prevent the spread, so have many state and federal courts. For couples who are in the midst of a divorce, this is likely the...