My husband cheated for the past 4 years. Do I need proofs? Can I get an alimony if he doesn't make enough money?

Conduct of a spouse is one of several factors in awarding alimony. Adulterous conduct is usually proved by circumstantial evidence like texts,...

Calling custodial mother's fiance "daddy"

If she was four in content for similar behavior before, she will likely be held in contempt again. It is also possible, if the Court finds a...

What's the first step I need to take in filing for divorce?

I agree with the other responses that you should hire an attorney. I would also suggest you contact a mental health professional who has been...

I have temp guardianship for my grandchildren and now my daughter wants them back. I have had one for 8 yrs and the other for 5

Temporary guardianships are revocable in the Probate Court upon request of the parent who consented to it previously. If grounds exist, you can...

How do I change my son's last name?

If the facts are as assumed in prior responses, you should file an action to legitimate your relationship with the child. As part of that case, you...

No such actions were eliminated in Georgia as indicated in prior responses.

Can you privately sue for pregnancy and past child medical expenses for the 17 months preceeding getting child support?

Such an agreement is unenforceable. The right to support belongs to the child and not to the custodial parent.

How long can a person be obtained in jail for failure to pay child support?

As long as the judge believes he/she has the ability to pay. Civil contempt is designed to coerce the payor into paying and incarceration is...

How many days from filing the acknowledgment of service in a divorce do I have to respond to the complaint?

You should also have received a copy of the Complaint and Summons. The summons states the required number of days as 30 days from service of...

Can I file for a modification of custody if my ex moved out of state with our children?

Yes, Georgia law allows modification of child custody decrees if there has been a substantial change of circumstances. Such a move would constitute...