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Thousands of couples legally and their marriage every year in Georgia. A small percentage of those filing for divorce each year are military couples. When either spouse pursues military service, divorce can be a bit more complicated to manage. Technically, the same...
In today’s digital age, social media is a pervasive force that affects many aspects of life, including relationships and marriage. For military couples, social media can play a significant role in the dynamics of their marriages and, ultimately, in their divorces....
Spouses of a military member often have different experiences than a civilian spouse. While this most often means that they are more prone to frequent moves and experiences periods of time away from their spouse, it also means considering laws and regulations that...
Having a spouse in the military presents unique challenges, which may be further complicated when stressors like a potential divorce arise. If you find yourself contemplating divorce while your partner is on active duty, it's essential to know the specific rules and...
Those who serve in the military often have to make certain personal sacrifices to pursue their chosen profession. They don't necessarily get to choose where they live or even want specific job responsibilities they fulfill while on duty. The decisions about those...
Servicemembers and their spouses often face unique challenges that civilian couples do not. Unfortunately, in some cases, these challenges lead to divorce. Military divorces in Georgia can be more complex than civilian divorces, as they are subject to federal laws,...
Military personnel are subject to higher moral standards than the average Joe. Uniformed personnel are expected to demonstrate good conduct to avoid disgracing themselves or tarnishing the military's reputation. In the armed forces, adultery is not just an indecent...
In many ways, a divorce involving a couple with at least one person in the military is largely like any other divorce. It will be the Georgia state family courts that oversee divorce proceedings, and therefore the same laws typically apply to military families as any...
A military career can give someone a sense of purpose and stable employment. It also comes with certain benefits, like eligibility for a military pension and housing benefits. The higher your rank and the longer your service, the more comfortable your retirement could...