As the year comes to a close, you might also be reflecting on other aspects in life that are coming to an end. Although it is not an easy or joyful topic to discuss, the reality is that not all marriages last. And as the winter holidays come and go, spouses might decide that it is now the time to begin the divorce process.
Whether it is a mutual decision or initiated by one party, the divorce process requires numerous decisions to be addressed. As such, it is important to consider your options when it comes to moving forward with the divorce process and your legal rights when it comes to resolving any divorce issues or disputes.
Property division
In Georgia, like other states, divorce law outlines various legal decisions that must be decided to finalize the divorce. At Shawn P. Hammond and Associates, our law firm understands that a divorce is an emotional and overwhelming life event. Thus, our experienced attorneys are empathetic to the needs of our clients while helping them navigate the matter.
In a divorce, spouses must determine how property, assets and debts will be divided. Unless there is a prenuptial agreement or spouses amicably agree to this on their own, this is often a very contentious divorce issue. Our law firm seeks to resolve these disputes through negotiations, mediation or collaborative law; however, we understand that some matters may require litigation.
Child custody and support
If children are involved in the process, divorcing parents need to establish a child custody or visitation plan and determine if child support should be paid by one of the parents. Working through child custody and support matters can be taxing on parents; however, our attorneys focus on finding a plan that focuses on the best interests of the children and could help promote co-parenting between the parties.
No matter the length of your marriage, there are many legal decisions that need to be decided during the divorce process. As such, it is imperative that you understand the process, your legal rights and what options you have when it comes to finalizing your divorce.