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What’s the Difference Between Paternity and Legitimation in Georgia?

What’s the Difference Between Paternity and Legitimation in Georgia?

by Catherine Ryan | Apr 30, 2025 | Paternity

If you’re a father in Georgia, you might assume that if you’re biologically linked to your child—or even listed on the birth certificate—you automatically have legal rights. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. When it comes to custody, visitation, and...
The DIY Divorce Trap: Why Generic Forms Can Cost You Big in Georgia 

The DIY Divorce Trap: Why Generic Forms Can Cost You Big in Georgia 

by Catherine Ryan | Apr 28, 2025 | Divorce

It’s natural to want to get through a divorce quickly and without spending a fortune. With so many online tools offering “instant divorce kits,” it’s easy to believe you can handle it yourself.  But here’s what most people don’t realize: in Georgia, a generic...
Top 10 Reasons Uncontested Divorce Is the Smart Choice in Georgia

Top 10 Reasons Uncontested Divorce Is the Smart Choice in Georgia

by Catherine Ryan | Apr 26, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

Let’s face it: no one gets married expecting to end up in divorce court. But if you’ve reached the point where both of you agree it’s time to part ways, you don’t have to go to war to make it official.  That’s where uncontested divorce comes in—and for many...
Why Even a “Simple” Divorce Deserves a Professional Touch 

Why Even a “Simple” Divorce Deserves a Professional Touch 

by Catherine Ryan | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

Divorce is rarely easy, but sometimes, both parties agree on how to separate—no courtroom battles, no fighting over who gets the dog. That’s what we call an uncontested divorce. Sounds simple, right?  But in Georgia, simple doesn’t mean straightforward. One wrong...
DIY Divorce: A Lawyer’s Perspective

DIY Divorce: A Lawyer’s Perspective

by Catherine Ryan | Mar 27, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

I’ve worked with countless individuals who are either on the brink of divorce or already in the midst of the process, and I know how tempting a do-it-yourself divorce can seem at first glance. The promise of cutting down on costs, avoiding drawn-out legal...
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