Couples who choose to live together without getting married often assume they have the same rights as married couples. But under Georgia state law, married couples have distinct rights that cohabiting couples do not share. This is especially […]
Wills can dictate how your personal property and assets will be distributed at the time of your death. A will can prevent confusion and conflict among family members and friends who may have unrealistic expectations about receiving an inheritance. Without […]
Many couples choose to live together without getting married. For some, it can be the first step toward marriage, while for others, cohabiting can simply be a personal choice to forgo the legal institution of marriage. But cohabiting couples may […]
There are plenty of legal strategies available for protecting the wellbeing of you and your spouse. But many couples overlook the benefits that a power of attorney (POA) can provide when one spouse becomes incapacitated or unavailable to make important […]
Married couples in Georgia have certain rights when it comes to dividing property and assets. But when couples choose to cohabitate, legal issues related to divorce and the division of property can become more complicated. Consulting with an experienced family […]
Making sure that you and your spouse’s wishes regarding future health care are respected is one of the most important decisions to make. Married couples can use a health care power of attorney to make sure that their loved ones […]
Loss of Continuing Benefit and the Factors That Affect the Division of Property in Georgia Courts Deciding how to divide property and assets in a divorce can be a complex process. Court judges consider a wide range of evidence to […]
Community Property Laws in Georgia Protecting your financial interests and wellbeing requires you to understand how Georgia courts view property and assets you share with your spouse. Separate and marital (or community) property are treated differently in Georgia family courts. […]
How Separate Property Laws in Georgia Protect You and Your Property When two people divorce, they must decide how to divide shared assets and property. If they can’t agree on the terms, then it’s up to the family courts to […]
Marital Fault in Georgia Family Law There are many reasons why couples choose to divorce. In some cases, misconduct on the part of one or both parties may be the cause. This can include adultery, abandonment, physical or emotional violence, […]