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DIVORCE

Can I get a divorce for any reason?

No, there are 13 reasons that are valid for a divorce in Georgia:
     Adultery
     Conviction of certain crimes and imprisonment for two years or more
     Cruel treatment, either bodily or mental
     Duress, force, fraud, or menace in obtaining the marriage
     Habitual drug addition
     Habitual intoxication
     Impotency at the time of the marriage
     Incurable mental illness
     Intermarriage between related persons
     Irretrievably broken (no fault)
     Mental incapacity at the time of the marriage
     Pregnancy of the wife by a man other than the husband, at the time of the
       marriage, unknown by the husband
     Willful and continued desertion of either of the parties for the term of one year.

Once I file, how long does is take to get a divorce?

There is a mandatory 30 day waiting period from the time that the defendant acknowledges service, or is served with the divorce papers. 

If children are involved, how is child custody determined?

The court makes that determination based on what is in the best interest of the child. Call us at 770-493-9586 for a free consultation as child custody is a very complex and technical area of the law, and every case is different.

How is child support determined?

Georgia child support guidelines are calculated from the gross income of the parent who must pay child support. The amounts are listed below:

CHILDREN % OF GROSS INCOME 1 Child 17-23% 2 Children 23-28% 3 Children 25-32% 4 Children 29-35% 5 Children 31-37%

What facts are considered in awarding alimony?

In some cases, the trier of fact, which is the judge or jury, is authorized to award alimony to either spouse based on the needs of the spouse and the ability of the paying spouse. Circumstances are different in each divorce, you should contact us at 770-493-9586 for a free office consultation.

When dividing property, does it matter whose name is on the marital assets?

Primarily, no. All property acquired during the marriage may be divided, but to protect yourself and your assets, you should consult our office.