by Catherine Ryan | Jun 6, 2025 | Divorce
When you’re going through a divorce, it’s not just the emotional part that’s hard—it’s the financial untangling, too.One of the biggest questions we get from clients is: “What happens to our stuff?” And it’s a fair question. You’ve built a life together. Now it’s time...
by Catherine Ryan | Jun 4, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support
In Georgia, child support generally ends when the child turns 18—but there are important exceptions that can either extend or terminate support earlier. So if you’re a parent paying or receiving child support, it’s important to know the full picture. The...
by Catherine Ryan | Jun 2, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support
Let’s start with the big myth: you’re not automatically entitled to alimony just because you’re divorcing. In Georgia, alimony (also called spousal support) is not awarded in every case. The court considers several factors, including: One spouse’s financial need...
by Catherine Ryan | May 28, 2025 | Family Law
Here’s a simple truth: life changes.You might land a new job, lose one, relocate, or notice your child’s needs evolving. The parenting plan or child support agreement that made sense two years ago might not work anymore. So what now?Can you legally change it?Yes. And...
by Catherine Ryan | May 26, 2025 | Family Law
Joint Custody Isn’t Always Financially Equal Many parents assume that if they share custody, child support won’t apply. It seems logical—after all, both parents are equally involved, right? Not exactly. In Georgia, joint custody does not automatically cancel out child...
