Child Custody

In Georgia, child custody laws apply differently – to a degree – for unmarried parents than for those who are legally married. While both parents may have a strong interest in their child’s life, certain legal steps may be required to establish and protect those...

As much as parents want to be friends with their children, that isn't always the best approach to parenting. Parents need to command respect and serve up discipline as necessary. Recent family conflicts, puberty and a host of other challenges can temporarily strain...

When parents divorce, the change in family circumstances can be difficult for their children. Children of different ages may have a variety of responses to a divorce. Some children become angry and lash out at their parents and other authority figures. Others become...

Divorce is a major life event, often especially for parents of minor children. As they move forward with their new life, it may become evident that a physical move might be required. While this is easy for a single person, it becomes more complex when children are...

Becoming a father means making a lifelong commitment to a child. A commitment to a child does not necessarily translate to a permanent relationship with the child's mother. Some men find themselves facing messy breakups or divorces in Georgia. These men often worry...

Georgia parents who divorce or stop living together typically need to establish a custody order. They may work together to set terms that they agree are reasonable or may go to court to have a judge decide what would be in the best interests of the children. Once the...

Medical professionals have shared the benefits of co-parenting, noting it can reduce children’s stress and provide a sense of stability during a difficult time in their lives. These same professionals note that co-parenting is most successful when the parents focus on...

In a divorce that involves children, parents have to figure out who gets custody of their children. If you and your spouse are going to both remain active in your children’s lives, you’ll need to carefully consider several consequential issues that will impact both...

The process of divorce is inherently destabilizing for the children in a family. Everything from the living arrangements to the family meals the family has shared will now change, which will make them feel uncertain about the future. Children often respond to news of...

When parents with young children decide to divorce or otherwise end a romantic relationship, they typically need to find a way to share their parental rights and responsibilities. A custody order or parenting plan is the end product of either intensive negotiations or...