COVID-19 Procedure Changes
Due to the State of Georgia’s emergency orders we must temporarily close our offices. We are working from home. So, we are still able to start and process uncontested divorce matters. Because we are very strong technologically and because we use mostly paperless processes, the impact is not as great as it would be for…
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E-Filing Georgia Divorces
E-Filing Georgia Divorces: Good or Bad? We e-file all Georgia divorce cases — both contested and uncontested. Like it, or not, starting January 1, 2019, e-filing became mandatory for lawyers who file Georgia divorce matters. So says the State of Georgia. Since it first became available in Georgia, our firm has used e-filing for every…
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Georgia Uncontested Divorce Explained
What is an Uncontested Divorce in Georgia? Frequently when people call our office, they tell us that the divorce is uncontested just because both parties both want a divorce. Certainly, it will make the process easier if both parties agree that their marriage is over and that divorce is inevitable. But, this is not what…
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Divorce Settlement Agreement
A Divorce Settlement Agreement is a legal document that is also commonly called a “Settlement Agreement” or a “Separation Agreement.” The purpose is an uncontested divorce settlement agreement is to document the details of agreements made between the couple so that the divorce can be completed without a trial. A Divorce Settlement Agreement must include…
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How Much Time is Required for a Georgia Uncontested Divorce?
Once you have made the decision to divorce, naturally you want the divorce to be completed: in the least amount of time possible, for the lowest cost possible; and with as little stress as possible. An uncontested divorce is the best way to achieve your goals. We have set up a process to minimize the…
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Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce
What is the Difference between Contested and Uncontested Divorce? The main difference between a contested and an uncontested divorce is that in an uncontested divorce, a settlement agreement is filed with the court at the beginning of the case. Basically, that means that the parties have agreed to settlement terms in advance and have signed…
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Two Divorce Lawyers or One Divorce Lawyer?
Can We Both Use the Same Attorney in a Georgia Uncontested Divorce? If you and your spouse agree on all or most of the issues in your divorce and have decided to use an uncontested process, this is a common question. One attorney can handle the divorce. But you both need to understand the relationship…
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Uncontested Divorce Parenting Plans
Georgia Uncontested Divorce Parenting Plans In any divorce in Georgia in which there is a minor child born to the parties or adopted by the parties, a Parenting Plan is required. Parenting Plans have been required in Georgia since January 1, 2008. A Parenting Plan is required in both a contested or an uncontested divorce. …
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Child Support Calculation
Child Support Calculation in a Georgia Uncontested Divorce: Without question, the single most disputed issue in uncontested divorce cases that involve children is the Child Support calculation. But, although circumstances that affect the child support amount vary from case-to-case, the actual Child Support calculation in an uncontested divorce in Georgia is fairly straightforward — if…
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