Establishing paternity is crucial for securing a child’s rights to support, inheritance, and medical decision‑making. In Georgia, parents can confirm paternity through voluntary acknowledgments, court orders, or administrative processes, as outlined in Georgia Code Section 19-7-22. Working with experienced Atlanta family law attorneys ensures accuracy and compliance with state requirements. North Georgia Family Lawyers is […]
Calculating child support accurately ensures that a child’s essential needs, such as housing, healthcare, and education, are met. In Georgia, courts apply an income-sharing model under the Georgia Code 19-6-15 to determine support amounts based on both parents’ incomes and the number of children involved. Working with experienced family law attorneys in Atlanta can simplify […]
Custody decisions are often the most emotional and life-changing outcomes of any divorce or separation. Parents may be awarded joint or sole custody in Georgia depending on the child’s best interests. Each option affects parenting time, decision-making authority, and the overall dynamic between parents and children. At North Georgia Family Lawyers, LLC, we help families […]
Divorce can be one of the most emotionally and financially difficult experiences a person faces. In Georgia, the type of divorce you pursue—uncontested or contested—can significantly influence how quickly your case is resolved and how much it costs. The difference is whether both spouses agree on key issues such as property division, child custody, and […]
If you’re an unmarried father in Georgia looking to secure parental rights, understanding how to fill out legitimation forms in Georgia is essential. Legitimation establishes your legal rights as a father, providing access to custody and visitation and inheritance benefits for your child. The process can be detailed and requires strict adherence to Georgia’s family […]
Understanding when child support ends in Georgia is critical for parents involved in support cases. Generally, under child support laws in Georgia, obligations end when a child reaches the age of 18. However, this can extend to 20 if the child remains enrolled full-time in secondary school. Moreover, specific conditions such as emancipation or marriage […]
Ending a marriage is rarely easy, and one of the first questions many clients ask is how long the divorce process might take. In Georgia, the timeline can vary significantly depending on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the court’s schedule, and whether children or property division are involved. While every […]
Divorce records in Georgia are generally public, meaning that once a divorce is finalized, the documents become part of the court’s official record and are accessible to anyone. These records can include personal information such as the parties’ names, grounds for divorce, custody agreements, and financial details. While this level of access promotes transparency, it […]
Divorce mediation is a practical and efficient alternative to traditional divorce litigation. It allows couples to resolve disputes involving asset division, child custody, and spousal support amicably. While mediation significantly simplifies the divorce process, the agreement reached during mediation alone does not finalize the divorce in Georgia. A divorce becomes official once the court reviews, […]
Temporary custody allows an individual to assume legal responsibility for a child for a limited period. This arrangement is often necessary when a parent cannot provide care due to illness, legal issues, or other circumstances. In Georgia, the courts must grant temporary custody to ensure the child’s safety and well-being. The process involves filing a […]
North Georgia Family Lawyers, LLC provides Divorce and Family Law legal services in the following counties: Fulton County, Cobb County, Dekalb County, Clayton County and Douglas County, Georgia.
