I was recently asked the question: How do I prepare for Mediation in my divorce case? In the most recent two decades, mediation has become extremely popular in divorce cases. In fact, in Georgia, virtually every county requires mediation as…
Post-Bodne Relocation and Modification Suits in Georgia
Divorce often brings with it a myriad of changes. As evidenced in a typical divorce decree, which sets forth language such as “the parties shall continue to live separate and apart and each party shall be free from the interference…
Tips for Parents with Children Living in Multiple Residences
Two Houses Supported by a Common Foundation: Tips for Parents with Children Living in Multiple Residences One-third of children will live in a step-family According to several scholars, one-third of all children born in this country will live in a…
Mind Games: Challenging a Psychologist in a Child Custody Case
Best Interest of the Child When parties to a divorce action cannot agree on a custodial arrangement suitable to both parents, courts are forced to make that incredibly difficult decision. The court’s decision is made even more challenging when one…
Post-Divorce Dating and your Children
Divorce can be a tremendously difficult time. In fact, it is commonly said that outside of the death of a loved one, divorce is the most stress-inducing event a human can endure. Dating to end the grieving after divorce. To…
Child Custody Disputes between a Parent and Grandparent
Parental Advisory: Child Custody Disputes between a Parent and Grandparent The ever-increasing divorce rate coupled with extended life expectancy has created a greater need to afford grandparents rights to visitation with and in some cases custody of their grandchildren. Grandparent…