Georgia courts do not always award primary physical custody to the mother. There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration in a...

You can file a name change action in your local superior court, but the father will have to be notified as part of the process. He can object to...

There are many factors that weigh into a judge's custody decision. I have heard psychologists testify in court that ignoring abuse is equal to...

It is typical for divorce petitions to request attorney's fees. It is only a request. You can ask for attorney's fees in your answer to his...

Simply obtaining child support through child support services does not give the father of a child born out of wedlock any visitation or legal...

An attorney would need to know more specific facts, but if the mother is just talking and hasn't actually tried to take/exchange the child, a...

Georgia does allow "grandparent visitation," but it is only allowed if you can prove certain facts to the court. Most grandparents are not eligible...

Custody can be modified in a separate lawsuit, BUT if your ex-wife violates the court's current order by keeping the kids when she isn't supposed...

The basic rule in Georgia is need, verses ability to pay, and there is temporary and permanent alimony. The court will look into the financial...

Without seeing your divorce documents, it is difficult to answer your question. Find an attorney who can review your decree to see if your...