Uncontested Divorce in Georgia
Filing uncontested divorce in Georgia is relatively easy as it requires simply citing the no-fault grounds that the marriage is "irretrievably broken", and filing the divorce petition. There is a need to develop a formal Settlement Agreement to address property division, child custody issues, support issues and normal concerns. Mediation is a good option for an uncontested divorce.
An uncontested divorce is much easier financially and emotionally that a contested divorce.
Divorce Attorney in Atlanta
We certainly want the best outcome for our clients and this includes trying to keep your costs for divorce as low as possible. Our strategic approach considers how to get you through the divorce process as quickly as possible without unreasonably compromising what you should receive or agreeing to something that will be a long term burden.
When you find yourself in the miserable position of needing a divorce attorney your emotions, fears and the disruptions in your life need to settled as quickly as possible. We offer FREE CONSULTATIONS to help you understand your situation, your options and ease your fears which are so common when filing for divorce in Georgia.
After your free divorce consultation you will probably be calmer because you have taken the first step towards gaining control of your situation. There is something that is very liberating when you know that you have a good divorce attorney that will fight your battles and protect you from the bullying or intimidation by an angry spouse. We're here to help you and protect you.
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What to Expect
In even an uncontested divorce you can expect a wide range of strong emotions. As your divorce attorney, part of our job is to help you to make logical decisions at a time when you may not be thinking clearly. Sometimes people opt for an uncontested divorce to save money or a desire to "just get it over with". This short-sided way of thinking can lead to agreeing to conditions that will haunt you for a very long time. Call us for a FREE CONSULTATION to learn more.
A Warning to You
From the moment your fights started including the word "divorce" your actions and words may be recorded or otherwise documented. You need to restrain yourself from displays of anger, inappropriate behaviors and certainly any acts of aggression or violence. This is a time when you need to be on your absolute best behavior. One seemingly simple mistake can cost you a lot.
Temporary Orders
Temporary Orders are almost a certainty when you file for divorce. There is a need to clarify where each spouse will live, how much access they may have to their home or possessions, child custody and visitation and more. If your divorce is especially nasty you may need a restraining order or Temporary Protective Order to protect yourself.
Legal Separation
In Georgia, when spouses are living separately, either spouse may petition the court for child support or spousal support without having filed for divorce. The other party will be notified of such a petition, and the judge can grant a support order, which is legally enforceable, and subject to contempt charges if disobeyed.
Mediated Divorce
In a mediated divorce, the spouses agree to an amicable dissolution of the marriage and utilize a third party (mediator) to facilitate the discussions and negotiations on the terms of the divorce. Couples who have the civility to utilize mediator are the most likely to have the lowest costs for divorce and the lowest levels of anger or frustration as they work through the divorce process.
