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Family conflicts, especially during divorce, could affect court proceedings and decisions. Sometimes, the court requires mediation and extensive evaluations before determining the appropriate action. Still, the judge must remain unwavering even in complex cases that...
The adoption process should be straightforward but could become complex based on the circumstances. The procedures could vary depending on what kind of adoption it is. Usually, private adoption is simpler than its public counterpart. However, the process could take a...
Emotions run high for every child custody dispute. Stakes are even higher if a child with special needs is involved in the middle of two conflicting parental forces. Almost all states, including Georgia, carry out the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement...
Most people think they know their rights – at least when it comes to those mentioned in the Miranda Warning. After all, every legal drama on television makes a big show of officers slapping on the cuffs and saying, “You have the right to remain silent…” at the same...
Before diving into the details of adoption costs, wait times, and paperwork involved, you must commit to your choice of route. Once your course is in motion, your situation and priorities are compasses in navigating what is best for your family. What Are Your Options?...
Child custody is a sensitive topic for families. While parents may think that they are certain of what is best for their children, it is for the courts to decide the best arrangement for the child. And sometimes, the courts deem it best to place children with their...
You may have heard people say that military marriages are likely to fail. That certainly doesn’t mean that most of them will, of course, but just that the odds of getting divorced are higher if at least one person is in the military. The statistics do bear this out,...
When you and your child’s other parent first crafted a parenting plan, your child may have been years younger than they are now. As your family’s circumstances evolved and your child grew, their needs have likely changed. As a result, the current structure and terms...
You’ve always been a law-abiding citizen who has had no dealings with the police. Thus, you may not be aware of your rights should they ever turn up at your door. Do you have to let them in? Will you get in trouble if you don’t? Are there any benefits to letting them...
During a police traffic stop, the officer likely will ask you -- really, pressure you -- to take a roadside breath test. Commonly known as the breathalyzer test, this involves blowing into a device that is supposed to measure your blood-alcohol level (BAL). Like other...
From offices in Augusta-Richmond County we serve clients in neighboring communities including Grovetown, Thomson, Waynesboro, Harlem, Lincolnton, and Wrens. Beyond Augusta we handle cases in Columbia County, Burke County, McDuffie County, Lincoln County and Wilkes County. We also proud to represent military families and veterans from Fort Gordon, Hunter Army Airfield, Fort Stewart, Fort Benning, Fort McPherson and Fort Gillem.