Let’s break down the question of “what can a child support lawyer do for me” question. By law, parents are obligated to financially care for children under the age of 18. No matter if the parents live together, are separated, divorced, or were never married, to begin with, parents remain fiscally responsible for their children. Child support orders ensure children are well provided for, by the appropriate parties. If you have been searching for a child support lawyer near you, you’ve come to the right place! Here you will find everything you need to know to be fully informed of the child suppo ..read more

As 2020 has taught us, life can change very quickly. For many, the new year might include filing for divorce from your spouse. At Marple Rubin Family Law, we would like to make sure you are well prepared for this life-changing event. The Divorce Process The first step in the divorce process is to file a Complaint or Petition for divorce in the appropriate Superior Court, which is usually in the county where you currently reside. You or your spouse must also have been a resident of Georgia for six months prior to the filing in order for Georgia Courts to have subject matter jurisdiction over th ..read more

A fair and well-written prenuptial agreement can help couples gain a strong picture of their finances before the marriage even begins. If, eventually, they decide to divorce, it can also make the process move more smoothly, helping avoid acrimony, preserve business interests and save on legal costs. But not every prenuptial agreement is fair and well written. Mistakes, misrepresentation and other factors can invalidate a prenuptial agreement. How do you know if your prenuptial agreement will hold up in court? Protections offered by a prenuptial agreement Prenuptial agreements document individu ..read more

For many Georgia families, the state’s approach to determining child support works adequately. At its most basic, the income shares model approximates the overall family costs for the children based on the parents’ combined income, which includes: housing, food, tuition, medical expenses and childcare. That amount is then prorated based on the parents’ incomes, with the parent paying child support to the other parent. If it requires adjusting, the court can make those adjustments, for instance lowering the payments of the higher earning parent if he or she already cares for the kids more of th ..read more

Untangling finances in a high-net-worth divorce is often complex, with multiple properties, investments, business shares, overseas assets and even high-value collections to sort and divide equitably. Sometimes, too, comes the question of spousal support, or alimony, particularly if the couple has been married for some time and one partner earns significantly more than the other. How alimony works Alimony is meant to provide some financial support to the lower-earning spouse in a marriage. It could be unfair for a spouse accustomed to a certain quality of life to sacrifice their lifestyle at th ..read more

While any high-net-worth divorce presents challenging financial separations, it’s particularly tricky when one spouse owns a professional practice. Doctors, attorneys, accountants and therapists spend years building their businesses—obtaining advanced degrees, launching their practices, hiring top-tier staff and earning the trust of patients and clients. It’s their life’s work: a huge investment of education, time and resources. That’s why it’s often so nerve-racking for professionals to know that the business could be pulled into the divo ..read more

Divorces are emotionally complex, surrounded by questions of custody, self-identity, and what is best for the family. However, there are also complicated financial decisions at play, and even couples going through an amicable divorce often have to grapple with challenging divisions. Georgia is an equitable division of property, meaning marital property must be divided fairly, though not necessarily equally. Separate property, such as property each individual came into the marriage with, remains separate. Typically, couples try to reach an agreement before heading to court. Those with a complex ..read more

There are plenty of perfectly acceptable things to pursue as a “do-it-yourself” (DIY) project…divorce is not one of them! Unfortunately, the consequences of a DIY divorce in the Atlanta area can be dire for your bank account. Read on to find out why a highly skilled and experienced divorce lawyer is a necessity. What Makes A Good Divorce Lawyer If you’re getting a divorce, listen up! We cannot emphasize the importance of hiring a divorce lawyer enough. In the Atlanta region, there are plenty of family law practices, but be sure you are selecting one that is well-versed in the process and proce ..read more

The time has come for women in business to protect their assets by requesting a prenuptial agreement before marriage. We are your Atlanta prenuptial agreement lawyer at Marple Rubin Family Law. According to the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), there are more than 11.6 million women-owned businesses in the United States, generating $1.7 Trillion in sales. Isn’t it time to protect that hard-earned money with a prenuptial agreement? If we think of the prenuptial stereotype, you might envision an older man asking his much younger fiancé to sign an agreement, resulting in ..read more