by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Mar 4, 2020 | Firm News
Asset division in a divorce can become complicated very quickly when company shares and stock portfolios represent significant portions of marital property. Depending on the status, type and vesting schedule of stocks, this could have important implications in how...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Feb 28, 2020 | Firm News
After a divorce, finances may get tight. You have to run the same household on half the budget. If you have physical custody of your children for the majority of the time, this makes things even tougher, but that is why the court awarded you child support. It is...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Jan 9, 2020 | Firm News
Not everyone is fortunate enough to grow up in a secure and happy home. Family members must sometimes step in to provide the basic building blocks of a child’s needs. Grandparents and relatives are often left to take up the slack for noncustodial parents. Even...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Nov 21, 2019 | Firm News
The process of divorce can be a confusing time for children. In the midst of that transition, keeping some routines constant can help children feel more secure. Especially around the holidays, spending quality time with grandparents can be a great way to let children...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Nov 5, 2019 | Firm News
Part of the property division process during your divorce in Georgia includes dividing any debt. This is often a complex process because you secure a debt with a contract. This introduces a complication because the court cannot change agreements with creditors....
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Oct 23, 2019 | Firm News
In Georgia, property and assets are usually not divided evenly during a divorce. Instead, Georgia law focuses on the idea of equitable, or fair, distribution of property and assets. There are various factors that a judge uses to fairly distribute property and assets...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Sep 9, 2019 | Divorce
Divorce does not always happen when you are in your 20s or 30s. Sometimes, you may stay married for decades before you make the decision to end your marriage in Georgia. For those divorcing later in life, the term gray divorce comes into use. The special term helps to...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Jul 30, 2019 | Divorce
When you have decided to end your marriage, you may wonder whether you should be the first to file divorce paperwork. Even when spouses make a mutual decision to separate, filing the initial petition carries certain advantages. Consider these benefits of filing first...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Jun 26, 2019 | Child Custody
If your legal custody and parenting agreement no longer fits your family’s needs, either parent can seek a modification in Georgia. After the court approves your initial parenting plan, you can request a change in visitation or parenting time once every two...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | May 14, 2019 | Firm News
One of the most heartbreaking reasons that people wind up ending their marriage is because of domestic violence. When you fall in love with someone, you may overlook the warning signs of a bad temper or abusive habits. Abusive people often intentionally suppress their...
