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. | 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...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Apr 2, 2019 | Firm News
These days, it is wise for every couple to create a prenuptial agreement, no matter how opposed they are to divorce or how few resources and assets they have when the marriage begins. A strong prenuptial agreement protects both parties from emotionally motivated...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Feb 18, 2019 | Firm News
The more assets you have accrued during your marriage, the more likely it is that you and your spouse will have a difficult time separating them in your divorce. Both of you are likely to have your own desired outcome for the asset division process. The substantial...
by The Law Offices of Abbott & Abbott, P.C. | Feb 14, 2019 | Firm News
The strain of divorce affects all parents differently, and some handle the experience more gracefully than others. In the months and years following a divorce between parents, it is common for some to experience difficulty obeying a custody order, and they may test...
