Atlanta Divorce
How Can I Get a Divorce in Georgia?
How to Get a Divorce At Meriwether & Tharp, we understand that the unpredictable costs and length of time... Read More
Can I get an Online Divorce in Georgia?
Check out our cost effective Uncontested Divorce options here. Do you have a contested divorce? Read about our... Read More
How Rising Mortgage Rates Can Impact Your Family Post-Divorce
Dividing the Marital Home When considering a major life decision, at Meriwether & Tharp, we understand it... Read More
What Is Considered Marital Property in Georgia?
How is Property Divided in a Divorce? In most Georgia divorce cases, one of the core issues is how debts and... Read More
How Much Does A Divorce Cost?
How Much Does the Average Divorce Cost? The cost of every divorce is different since each case has unique facts... Read More
What is the Divorce Process in Georgia?
What is the First Step When You Want a Divorce? While divorce can be a long and challenging process, Meriwether... Read More
“Legal for Less” is Likely Too Good to be True
There is an old saying that if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. This adage applies to many... Read More
How do I Choose the Best Divorce Attorney?
With all information on the web and friends giving you recommendations how do you choose the best divorce attorney... Read More
Lifestyle Analysis
If you are in the early stages of the Georgia divorce process, especially if you have consulted with an Atlanta... Read More
What Are The Grounds For Divorce In Georgia?
In Georgia, there are a total of thirteen grounds for divorce that may be alleged by a spouse as a foundation for... Read More
Do You Know Your Judge?
If you have a divorce, child custody or any other family law case in Fulton County, it is important to note that... Read More
Judicial Officers in Fulton County
Have a case in Fulton County? If so, you have likely become familiar with the term Judicial Officer, but you may... Read More
Four Things You Need to Know About Georgia Domestic Relations Financial Affidavits
Domestic Relations Financial Affidavits, commonly referred to as DRFAs for short, are sworn financial statement... Read More
Fulton County Rule 1000-4 Motion
If you are currently undergoing a domestic relations action in Atlanta or Fulton County, such as a divorce,... Read More
Do You Have a Winning Divorce Team?
If you are considering divorce or if you are currently going through the divorce process in Georgia, you have likely... Read More
Exit Strategies: Atlanta Divorce and The Marital Home
In more than a few recent cases, the stumbling block to settling the case has been the marital home. As a result... Read More
Are Personal Injury Settlements or Awards Considered Income for Purposes of Calculating Child Support in Georgia? – Part 3
In the first two parts of the discussion regarding personal injury awards in Georgia divorce cases, we examined... Read More
Five Costly Divorce Mistakes
A recent article on forbes.com addressed five costly mistakes made during divorce proceedings. Divorcing Women:... Read More
Can smoking make you lose custody of your children?
I recently read an interesting article about how a parent's smoking may affect child custody. Smokers losing... Read More
Gwinnett County Parenting Seminar Information – 2012
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar in Georgia if the parties... Read More
Responsibility for ex-spouse’s medical debt after final divorce in Georgia
Georgia divorce attorneys are often asked whether a party will remain responsible for an ex-spouse’s personal... Read More
Automatic Adjustments to Child Support Payments in Georgia
In Georgia, child support payments are calculated to cover all the minor children in a household. However, when an... Read More
The “In Love” Feeling and Extra-Marital Relationships During Your Georgia Divorce Case
Extra-marital relationships that are occur during your divorce proceedings can have a huge impact on your divorce... Read More
Georgia high income child support deviation
With the increasing publicity related to celebrities and their custody disputes (Usher, T.O., Mindy McCready and... Read More
Custody awarded to father in Georgia divorce case despite evidence of alleged family violence
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently affirmed a divorce action where the husband was awarded primary physical... Read More
In Georgia, trial court cannot rely on evidence from temporary hearing in making final judgment
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently reversed a trial court’s decision in a custody modification case because... Read More
Residence requirements for divorce in Georgia
Residency Requirements In Georgia, when spouses live in different counties, or if one spouse lives in Georgia... Read More
In Georgia, am I legally separated after I file my divorce action?
Georgia divorce attorneys are often asked whether the filing of a divorce action means the parties are legally... Read More
Prenuptial agreement upheld in Georgia divorce case
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently heard an appeal of a divorce case, which highlights the security, or risk... Read More
Primary custody awarded to one parent in Georgia even where both are deemed fit parents
In Georgia, even in divorce cases with two fit parents, one parent will be awarded primary physical custody. In a... Read More
Travel expenses deviation in Georgia – what is appropriate?
In Georgia, child support is calculated using the child support worksheets to obtain a presumptive child support... Read More
Parenting plans in Georgia
With the holiday season upon us, many divorced parents in Georgia will look to their parenting plan for guidance on... Read More
How long does a divorce take in Georgia?
Georgia divorce lawyers are often asked how long an average divorce takes in this state. This is a difficult... Read More
In Georgia, am I entitled to financial support after a divorce if I had an affair?
In Georgia, a spouse who has an affair risks the affair playing a large role in the outcome of the divorce case,... Read More
Recent Georgia divorce case phases out supervised visitation through three month transition period
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently heard a case dealing with supervised visitation that was to be phased out... Read More
Divorce and Special Holiday Visitation
When divorcing parents are trying to reach an agreement on holiday visitation, the holidays most often discussed... Read More
Parenting websites can help parents sharing custody of children in Georgia
Our Atlanta divorce attorneys have recently learned of some interactive websites that may be helpful for parents... Read More
Order for supervised visitation upheld by Georgia Court of Appeals
The Georgia Court of Appeals recently upheld an order for supervised visitation, despite the father’s... Read More
What happens when a Georgia divorce decree is signed by the judge, but not timely filed with the clerk?
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently addressed a divorce case, which highlights what can happen when the final... Read More
Overnight guest restriction during visitation in Georgia divorce decree
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently reversed a trial court’s decision regarding a restriction on overnight... Read More
Petition for Contempt, and Petitions for Modification of Custody, Child Support, and Visitation dismissed by Georgia trial court
In addition to addressing the final decision making issue in Avren v. Garten, the Supreme Court of Georgia also... Read More
New June date added for Cherokee/Forsyth County Parenting Seminar
The 9th Judicial District (Forsyth and Cherokee counties) recently added another June parenting seminar date:... Read More
Appeal of Georgia custody determination
The Supreme Court of Georgia often hears appeals of custody determinations, though the standard to overturn a... Read More
Summer visitation and Georgia divorce
With school getting out and summer upon us, it seems appropriate to discuss summer visitation. Whether you are... Read More
Georgia divorce decree cannot be modified by the trial court in contempt action, even if it will result in hardship
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently held a Husband to the exact language in his divorce decree, even though it... Read More
Judgment against third party in divorce case upheld by Supreme Court of Georgia
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently upheld a monetary judgment against a third party in a divorce action. Huling... Read More
Online courses considered
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently clarified the meaning of “attends school” as it relates to child... Read More
Forsyth and Cherokee County REVISED Parenting Seminar Information: April – June 2011
The 9th Judicial District (Forsyth and Cherokee counties) recently revised its April - June 2011 parenting seminar... Read More
Georgia Alimony Factors – Financial Condition of the Parties
Under Georgia law, alimony may be awarded in a divorce action "to either party in accordance with the needs of the... Read More
Georgia Alimony Factors – Time Needed to Obtain Appropriate Employment
Under Georgia law, alimony may be awarded in a divorce action "to either party in accordance with the needs of the... Read More
Georgia Alimony Factors – Financial Resources
Under Georgia law, alimony may be awarded in a divorce action "to either party in accordance with the needs of the... Read More
Georgia Alimony Factors – Duration of Marriage
Under Georgia law, alimony may be awarded in a divorce action "to either party in accordance with the needs of the... Read More
Parenting plan required in Georgia custody cases – Part 1
Any case in Georgia involving child custody must have a formal parenting plan incorporated into the final decree.... Read More
Parenting Time Deviation denied with in Georgia joint custody case
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently made an interesting, if not surprising, ruling, denying a parenting time... Read More
An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce – Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry
Today in An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce, I’m going to discuss the brewing custody... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Nonspecific deviation
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Parenting Time
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Forsyth and Cherokee County Parenting Seminar Information: January – March 2011
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar in Georgia if the parties... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Extraordinary Expenses
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Permanency Plan or Foster Care Plan
Georgia courts can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Mortgage
Georgia courts can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Alimony
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Life Insurance
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Other Health Related Insurance
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Low Income
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – High Income
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Equitable Division and Property Owned by Third Party
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently heard a case regarding whether property owned by a third party can be... Read More
Challenging your Georgia divorce decree? Don’t retain the benefits of that decree.
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently reinstated a bright line rule regarding a party retaining the benefits of a... Read More
An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce – Courteney Cox and David Arquette
This week in An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce, I’m going to discuss the recent... Read More
Georgia Court of Appeals reverses Dekalb County Superior Court’s upward modification of child support
The Georgia Court of Appeals recently reversed a Dekalb County Superior Court’s grant of an upward child support... Read More
An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce – Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren
This week in An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce, I’m going to discuss the... Read More
Georgia Supreme Court reverses ruling of Cobb County Superior Court on child support modification
The Georgia Supreme Court recently reversed a Cobb County Superior Court’s grant of a child support... Read More
An Atlanta Divorce Attorney’s Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce – Owner of Los Angeles Dodgers
In this weekly installment of An Atlanta Divorce Attorney's Thoughts on Celebrity Divorce, I will discuss the... Read More
Importance of specific language in Georgia divorce settlement agreement
The Georgia Supreme Court recently emphasized the importance of the specific language in a Georgia divorce... Read More
Georgia Grounds for Divorce – Habitual Drug Addiction
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law,the twelfth of which is... Read More
Georgia Grounds for Divorce – Incurable Mental Illness
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law.OCGA §19-5-3. The eleventh... Read More
DeKalb County Parenting Seminar Information
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar if the parties have... Read More
Georgia Grounds for Divorce – Cruel Treatment
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law.OCGA §19-5-3. The tenth... Read More
Georgia Grounds for Divorce – Habitual Intoxication
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law.OCGA §19-5-3. The ninth... Read More
Gwinnett County Parenting Seminar Information
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar if the parties have... Read More
Atlanta Divorce Lawyer’s Guide to Grounds for Divorce – Impotency
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law.OCGA §19-5-3. The third... Read More
How to Effectively Use Mediation to Settle with Your Atlanta Divorce – Part II
In part two of our ten part series on how to effectively use mediation, we will continue to examine steps to take... Read More
Controlling the Costs of your Atlanta Contested Divorce
In an Atlanta contested divorce, the attorney’s fees and costs can be enormous, but there are several things... Read More
Contested Custody in Atlanta, Georgia – Guardian ad Litem (Part 2)
In part two of our series on how to interact with a Guardian in an Atlanta contested custody case, we will discuss... Read More
Self-executing child support provision in Georgia divorce settlement agreement
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently heard an interesting case regarding self-executing child support provisions... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Generally
In Georgia, child support is calculated using both the mother's and the father's incomes.O.C.G.A. §19-6-15.... Read More
In Georgia, do I pay alimony or child support if my divorce decree is appealed?
Atlanta divorce attorneys are often asked whether a party has to pay alimony or child support when the order... Read More
Evidence at temporary hearing vs. final hearing in divorce case in Georgia
In Georgia, there is a difference between the evidence that can be presented in a temporary hearing versus a final... Read More
Georgia Grounds for Divorce – Marriage is Irretrievably Broken
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law,the thirteenth of which is... Read More
Georgia Supreme Court upholds short time period for lump sum alimony and property division payments in divorce case
The Georgia Supreme Court recently upheld a short time frame for payment of lump sum alimony and property division... Read More
Georgia Supreme Court affirms lump sum child support payment in divorce case
Though child support is generally thought of as being paid in monthly installments, the Georgia Supreme Court... Read More
Atlanta Divorce Lawyer’s Guide to Forsyth and Cherokee County Parenting Seminar
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar if the parties have... Read More
Atlanta Divorce Lawyer’s Guide to Grounds for Divorce – Pregnancy
In Georgia, parties cannot obtain a divorce except on one of 13 grounds allowed by law.OCGA §19-5-3. The fifth... Read More
Georgia custody modification upheld where mother planned to move out of state with the child
A Georgia mother recently lost primary physical custody of her child when the court found that her planned move to... Read More
Enforceability of a prenuptial agreement in Georgia
In Georgia, for a prenuptial agreement to be deemed enforceable it must pass a three-part test set forth in... Read More
The continuing saga of enforcing a pre-nuptial agreement in Georgia
In the past, Georgia courts held that prenuptial agreements made in contemplation of divorce were invalid on the... Read More
Georgia divorce – Who pays for it?
A question Georgia divorce attorneys are often asked is “Who pays for the divorce?” Generally, each party pays... Read More
Refinance of marital home after divorce in Georgia
One of the most complicated financial aspects of a divorce can be what happens to the marital home when both... Read More
Georgia divorce and tax liability
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently reversed a decision of the trial court in a divorce case, which made certain... Read More
Divorce and social security benefits in Georgia
According to a "When a Divorce Pays Off," in the Wall Street Journal, elderly Americans may be missing out on... Read More
Parenting plan required in Georgia custody cases – Part 2
Any case in Georgia involving child custody must have a formal parenting plan incorporated into the final decree.... Read More
The challenge of divorce when one party resides in Georgia and the other resides out of the country: Part II
Of the four jurisdictional criteria mentioned in our previous post, a clear hierarchy exists. This hierarchy is a... Read More
Georgia Alimony Factors – Standard of Living
Under Georgia law, alimony may be awarded in a divorce action "to either party in accordance with the needs of the... Read More
Results Show Many Athletes Get Their Grooves Back After Divorce
According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, if you're an athlete looking to step up your game simply get a... Read More
Gwinnett County Parenting Seminar Information – 2011
Under Georgia law, both parties in a divorce are required to attend a parenting seminar in Georgia if the parties... Read More
Can I get a divorce online in Georgia?
In these tough economic times, people are often looking for ways to save money. So it is not surprising that... Read More
Pension plans and divorce in Georgia
Atlanta divorce attorneys are often asked how pension plans are divided upon a divorce in Georgia. In general,... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Travel Expenses
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More
Georgia child support deviations – Child and dependent care tax credit
The court can deviate from the presumptive child support amount calculated by the child support worksheets for... Read More