In Georgia, there is generally no need to file a Memorandum of Support for a Contempt action, unless there are special issues of law that might...

Although I cannot say what TN law might provide, under GA law the term "abandonment" generally refers to the financial abandonment of a dependent...

Even though the settlement documents are completely executed, all of those documents must be filed with a Court and the Court must enter a Final...

Generally, judges are reluctant to force teenage children to visit with parent, so long as the custodial parent is actively encouraging visitation...

My daughter 17 has been already naturalized and now she wants to change her name. What should we do?

You can file a name change for your daughter in the Superior Court where you reside. It's a straightforward process that can be finalized in about...

The general answer is that you must file in the county of residence of your spouse. However, if you have not been separated for more than 6...

How can I calculate child support in Georgia?

You are correct that GA no longer uses percentages but instead calculates child support based upon the combined gross monthly incomes of the mother...

Is is my marriage even legal I never filed in Georgia I got married in Tennessee 2004?

The validity of your marriage will likely depend upon TN law, not GA. I recommend that you consult with a TN attorney to determine whether your...

Can i divorce my wife when she lives in mexico?

You should contact an attorney and inquire about a divorce by publication. This is used when the whereabouts of the other party are unknown.

How do I find out if I have been awarded sole custody?

You should review your Parenting Plan or custody order for the terms "primary physical custodian," "legal custody," etc. If a court prepared your...