Yes, under Georgia law there are several requirements a parenting plan must contain.  In Dunn vs. Dunn, a 2023 Georgia Court of Appeals divorce case, it was held that the trial court was mistaken by failing to incorporate or address several issues and “recognitions” that are specifically required to be in parenting plans as required by O.C.G.A. §19-9-1.             Statute O.C.G.A. §19-9-1 provides that the final order in any legal action involving the custody of a chi ..read more

Many people begin their search for an Atlanta divorce lawyer by searching online with questions like “Who is the best divorce lawyer in Atlanta?” or “Who is the top divorce attorney in Georgia?” or “Divorce lawyers near me” and similar searches.  Of course, many people also ask those in their network that they trust such as therapists, accountants, friends, and family members. While your personal network and the internet can point you in the right direction and help you research, the truth is that the prudent person should only choose a divorce lawyer that they feel completely comfortable ..read more

Our divorce attorneys are often asked whether Georgia is a fault or no-fault state for divorce. The answer is both. In Georgia, you can get a no-fault divorce or a divorce for fault. But the overwhelming majority of divorces in the State of Georgia are requested and granted on no-fault grounds. What are the Grounds for Divorce in Georgia? In Georgia there are thirteen possible grounds for divorce, 12 of those grounds are considered to be fault grounds and 1 is considered to be no-fault. The no-fault ground for divorce basically means the marriage is irretrievably broken. Sometimes, people refe ..read more

No, Georgia is not a 50 50 divorce state.  While the result may end up being 50 50, Georgia law does not provide that a divorce division of marital property is automatically equal.  Georgia is not a community property state, but instead the state of Georgia is an equitable division state.  This means that in a Georgia divorce marital property is divided equitably or fairly upon divorce.  Keep in mind that marital property includes both assets and debts (or obligations) when equitably dividing marital property.  Of course, before equitably dividing property in a di ..read more

Our law firm’s Atlanta divorce lawyers are often asked if it makes a difference whether you file first for divorce in Georgia. The short answer is yes it can matter. In general, there are slight strategic advantages to filing first. For example, if the case proceeds to a trial or temporary hearing, then the person who filed first gets to open (speak first) and close (speak last). But the modest advantages should not be a reason alone to file if you are on the fence about proceeding with a divorce. In other words, don’t let this be the only reason you decide to file a case for divorce. It is no ..read more

The attorneys at our law firm are often asked some version of the following questions: Can I date while going through my divorce? When is it ok to start dating when going through a divorce? Can I date if we are separated? The simple answer is NO, don’t do it.  There is no legal upside to you dating while going through a divorce in Georgia and if you choose to date or be in another relationship during your divorce it can have negative consequences on your case.  There is no such thing as a “legal separation” filing in Georgia unlike some other states.  And if you engage in sex wi ..read more

While our main office is located in Buckhead, we opened our Alpharetta office to provide convenience along with the same level of excellent service and commitment to strong advocacy for those living closer to our Alpharetta / Roswell location.  If you are looking for an Alpharetta divorce lawyer or Alpharetta family law attorney then you have come to the right place.  While we offer Zoom and phone consultations and meetings as well, we understand that some clients prefer to meet in person in a location more convenient to where they live.  Our Alpharetta divorce attorneys meet wi ..read more

Can the judge talk to my child in my custody case?  Will I know what my child told the judge?  Can my child request to speak to the judge?  These are commons questions this article will try to answer. In a disputed child custody action in Georgia, a judge may choose to interview the child central to the dispute in chambers. The general rule applicable to the judge interviewing a child in a custody case is in Georgia Superior Court Rule 24.5(B) which states:  “When custody is in dispute, if directed by the court, minor child/children of the parties shall be available for con ..read more

When searching for the best divorce attorney or attorney for child custody, you may start off by looking for a divorce lawyer nearby.  Certainly, a divorce attorney’s office with a nearby location may seem preferable for obvious reasons (convenience, familiar with your area, familiarly with your children’s schools, familiarity with the judges in your county), but while their office location is a factor it should not be a determinative one. In today’s world and with technological advances, you may never have to even go into your divorce attorney’s office for a consultation or even mediatio ..read more

At Naggiar & Sarif Family Law, we strive to be the best divorce lawyers in Atlanta, but it’s the appreciation of our clients that makes our day. Don’t just take our word for it! Here is just a small sample of client reviews in their own words. Let us know how we can help you with your divorce or family law matter. More about our top rated Atlanta Divorce Lawyers can be found here. And here are some more reviews from our testimonials page.   The post Top Rated Divorce Lawyers in Atlanta appeared first on Naggiar Sarif Atlanta Divorce Lawyers ..read more