Habeas Corpus, as it relates to child custody, is when one person (usually a parent) claims custody rights of a child and is seeking to claim physical custody of such child that is being allegedly detained illegally by another person (usually the other parent or a… Read More ›
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Actions NOT To Take During Your Divorce
As most know, divorcing can be a very stressful and cumbersome experience. However, there are actions and steps that can and should be taken to make the process easier (See our blog post: Divorce Tips) and there are actions that should be avoided so… Read More ›
Georgia Guardian Ad Litems: Their Role In Contested Child Custody and Divorce Cases
In Georgia, a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is an attorney appointed by the Court to represent the best interests of the child/children in a contested child custody or divorce case. A Guardian Ad Litem is not necessary in every such case. … Read More ›
Child Abuse and Neglect in Georgia
Child abuse and neglect can lead to the termination of parental rights, change of custody and/or criminal charges. If you have knowledge of the abuse or neglect of a minor child, you should report this behavior immediately. You can contact DFCS directly at: Child… Read More ›
Child Custody: Parent vs. Non-parent/Third Party
Georgia law designates non-parents/third parties into two (2) groups: Specified party and Non-specified party. A specified party includes: a grandparent, great-grandparent, aunt, uncle, great-aunt, great-uncle, sibling or adoptive parent. A non-specified party includes all others. The importance of these designations in Georgia Child Custody… Read More ›
