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Legal commentary on family law, civil litigation, and appellate practice in Georgia.
When a Georgia court enters a custody ruling that feels wrong, the first instinct is to ask, “Can I appeal this?” But the better way to approach it is actually asking two…
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Allegations of substance use can quickly become a central issue in a custody dispute. When a judge is asked to determine what…
In 2015, the United States Supreme Court decided Obergefell v. Hodges, holding that the Constitution protects the right of same-sex couples to…
Most people expect divorce to strain their home life, finances, and emotional well-being. What many underestimate is how deeply a divorce can…
When custody cases become high conflict, especially when allegations of abuse, mental health concerns, or safety risks arise, courts often turn to…
In a major decision reaffirming Native American rights and the scope of federal authority, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 7–2 to uphold the Indian…
As laws surrounding cannabis continue to evolve, both federally and in Georgia, the legal and social landscape of THC use and child…
When a parent fears for the immediate safety or well-being of their child, the instinct is often to go to court right…
When Georgia judges award attorney’s fees in a divorce, they usually rely on one of two very different statutes (and sometimes both).…
Dividing property in a divorce can be difficult. But when that “property” has fur, a heartbeat, and a name your children yell…
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