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Georgia has a unique law called the Equitable Caregiver Act (ECA). It allows people other than parents or biological relatives to petition for legal custody of a child, as well as visitation and other rights. To seek custody under this law, a person needs to...
When you are going through a divorce, inherited property can raise a lot of questions and concerns. You may worry about losing property with deep financial and family importance. Knowing how Georgia law treats inherited property can help you make smart decisions as...
Custody cases are stressful for children and parents. To lessen the burden, Georgia law offers clear guidance to manage the situation better. But every family’s situation is different. It may feel like the best choice is to ask the children what they want, but the...
Gestational surrogates provide invaluable services to people who want to grow their families. Their assistance in carrying an embryo to term can lead to the healthy birth of a child or even multiple children. Medical advances have made in vitro fertilization (IVF) and...
The end of a marriage represents not only the loss of a relationship but also a major life change involving finances, family routines and identity. When emotions are raw, it can be difficult to make thoughtful decisions about important issues such as property...
The winter holidays will be upon us all in just a few short weeks. As a result, all co-parents who don’t yet have a plan in place for this year’s festive season are encouraged to start planning now to avoid last-minute stress and potential conflict. Winter breaks can...
For many people, adoption calls to mind strangers opening their homes to unrelated children and infants. Such adoptions are common, but they are far from the only adoptions that occur in Georgia. Stepparents frequently adopt their stepchildren. Additionally, Georgia...
Sharing parental rights and responsibilities is typically standard practice in Georgia when parents begin living separately or file for divorce. In many cases, parents do their best to split parental responsibilities as evenly as possible. However, it is still common...
Divorce affects everyone involved, especially the children. That is why it is essential for both parents to prioritize their kids from the start. By focusing on their well-being, parents can create a path forward with less conflict and greater cooperation. Here are...
Divorce can upend many aspects of your life, and many people wonder whether this process will mean moving to a new home. The question of whether divorce means you will lose your house is a common one, but the answer is not universal. What should you know about the...