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Uncontested Divorces
A
divorce where both parties agree on all issues involved in
the divorce, including property division, child support,
custody, visitation, and alimony is commonly referred to as
an “uncontested” divorce. We may even be able to obtain a
final divorce for you without requiring you to step into a
courtroom. We offer flat rate fees for parties who agree on
all issues and are prepared to finalize the matters in a
settlement agreement. Our rates start at $599 (not
including the filing fee) and vary according to your
situation. The following provides an estimate of what your
costs may be for obtaining an uncontested divorce (rates do
not include filing fees):
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Contested Divorces
If
the parties are unable to agree upon issues such as property
division, child support, custody, visitation, or alimony,
the proceeding is generally referred to as a “contested”
divorce and requires more time and expense to resolve. We
offer services for contested matters at an hourly rate and
require a retainer fee upfront to initiate the proceeding.
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Child Support Modification
In
2007, the Georgia legislature enacted new child support
guidelines that consider both parents' incomes and other
special circumstances in determining child support amounts.
The new law requires both parents to submit a child support
worksheet and financial affidavit to the court in order to
obtain child support. The worksheet provides a presumptive
child support amount based on each parent's pro rata share
of child support obligations. No longer is the noncustodial
parent simply required to pay part of his or her income.
Any party may submit a petition for modification of child
support based on a change of financial circumstances. If
your divorce or child support modification was ordered prior
to 2007 and you are the noncustodial parent, you may want to
consider filing a modification petition based on the new
child support law. We offer these services at an hourly
rate and require a retainer fee upfront to initiate the
proceeding.
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Visitation Modification
Either party may submit a petition for visitation
modification if there are issues of abuse or a change in
circumstances, such as a remarriage, change in living
situations, or moving to a different location. Georgia law
recently changed visitation requirements, and we can ensure
that your visitation modification complies with the new
law. We offer these services at an hourly rate and require
a retainer fee upfront to initiate the proceeding.
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Contempt
Either party may move for contempt against the other party,
if the other party fails to comply with the final divorce
order and/or the court-ordered settlement agreement. Thus,
if your ex-spouse fails to comply with visitation, child
support, or division of debts and assets, we can assist you
in obtaining sanctions against the other party.
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Child Custody Disputes,
Legitimation, and Family Violence
We
offer services for child custody disputes, legitimation,
family violence, and many other family law issues at a
reasonable hourly rate and an upfront retainer.
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