Marietta Family Law Blog
Preparing for a narcissist’s smear campaign during a divorce
The term narcissist is being heard more often in Georgia and across the nation. One of the general characteristics of narcissism is having an unusually self-centered focus, which may cause harm to others. As reported by Psychology Today, a narcissist must always be in...
Valuing intellectual property for divorce purposes
Choosing to divorce your spouse is likely one of the toughest decisions you may ever make. Not only do you want to receive your fair share of marital assets, but you also want to work toward a financially secure future. Of course, if you have a patent, trademark or...
How could divorce impact your small business?
When you started your business, you were optimistic for the future and looked forward to what success for your business will look like. Years later, you are enjoying success and stability as a business owner, but you may be dealing with complications in your personal...
Recognizing when mediation isn’t working
No matter the reason for your marriage breakup, you had hopes of maintaining a civil relationship after the divorce. Perhaps you have children to consider or you simply want to avoid the emotional turmoil a litigated divorce can bring.To meet your goals, you suggested...
Divorce does not have to strap you financially
You may be one of the few for whom careful planning was a large part of the financial success of your family. Creating a budget, saving without compromise and taking advantage of ways to maximize your wealth may have allowed you to weather many storms throughout your...
Your divorce and your retirement: Protecting your future
Georgia readers know their decision to move forward with a divorce will greatly impact their future, especially if they are age 50 and up. The choice to end a marriage will signal may significant financial changes, including changes to retirement plans. If you are...
The discovery phase will play a vital role in your divorce
As much as you may have wanted to settle your divorce out of court, you find yourself facing litigation. Perhaps certain issues were too important for you to compromise, or your spouse may be digging in and refusing to cooperate. Whatever the reason, you may feel...
Even complex divorce cases can benefit from mediation
Many Georgia residents who have complex issues to figure out in their divorce proceedings may feel that they have to go to court to achieve resolution and marriage dissolution. That is not actually true. Even complex divorce cases can benefit from mediation.What is...
Is financial abuse keeping you from seeking divorce?
Every marriage has its complexities, and yours is no exception. Unfortunately, what makes your marriage complex is the control your spouse has over you. If you are the victim of physical or emotional abuse from your spouse, you may also be the victim of financial...
A lower divorce rate does not mean marriages are happier
While many in Georgia who marry hope their bonds will last a lifetime, some believe it is more realistic to assume the marriage will end in divorce. After all, for decades couples have heard the discouraging statistics that half or more of all marriages do not...
