Athens GA Divorce Lawyer

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Should I get a
divorce?

There are many aspects
to think about prior to getting a divorce. Since divorce dissolves a marriage, you’ll
need to consider how you and your spouse intend to divide up your joint assets
(property division), child custody arrangement (if you have kids), and
potential spousal support (alimony).

How to file for divorce?

• To file for divorce, you will usually need to have
  resided in your state and county for at least 6 months to 1 year. It does
  not matter where the marriage took place.
• Next, you’ll need to obtain all the required divorce
  forms, found on your state’s website or the applicable court’s office of the
  clerk.
• Once the forms have been filed and summons served on
  your spouse, your spouse will have some time to respond to the petition
  (usually 30 days).
• Procedures will vary by state and it is recommended you
  speak with a divorce lawyer to understand the requirements in the area you
  live.

Which is better: legal
separation or divorce?

In legal separation a
couple lives apart but is still legally married. Like in divorce, with legal
separation, you’ll need to negotiate property division, child custody, child
support issues, and spousal support. There are personal and financial benefits
to consider when determining which route is right for you.

Addressing Each Aspect of the Divorce Process

Our firm guides clients
through the divorce process with a focus on their personal goals. Our Athens GA Divorce Lawyer Counsel
clients on all aspects of divorce, including the following:

·        
Child Custody and
Visitation: The division of parenting time is based on the best interests of
the child. Child custody also addresses decision-making responsibilities over
things like education and health care.

·        
Child support: If
one spouse is primarily responsible for caring for the child, the other spouse
is generally required to pay child support, which is based largely on the
supporting parent’s income and the number of children.

·        
Property division: In
Georgia, property that you and your spouse own jointly, as well as most types
of property acquired during the marriage, can be divided by the court in a
manner that is fair to both parties.

·        
Alimony: If
one spouse is financially dependent on the other, the latter spouse may be
required to pay alimony on a temporary or permanent basis. Support can
terminate earlier if the receiving party remarries, and sometimes if the party
cohabits with another at the paying spouse has their attorney seek a
modification. Whether or not spousal support will be granted and how much will
be ordered is based upon a variety of factors, including the length of the
marriage, the age and health of the spouses, the unique needs of each spouse,
and the calculated expenses related to the adequate support of the child