Paternity in Georgia: Your Rights with Catherine Ryan

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Don’t Go Broke. Don’t Go Bitter. Go Uncontested.

by Catherine Ryan | Mar 4, 2026 | Alimony & Child Support, Divorce, Family Law, Paternity, Uncontested Divorce

There are two things I’ve seen derail good people during family law disputes: Going broke.And going bitter. Both usually start the same way — with emotion steering the ship while practicality is locked in the trunk. Here’s the truth: not every family law matter needs...

Father and child embracing, with text explaining legitimization rights in Georgia, highlighting the importance of legal recognition for unmarried fathers.

She’s Not ‘Letting You See the Kids’—You Have Rights

by Catherine Ryan | Sep 8, 2025 | Paternity

It’s Time to Reclaim the Narrative We hear it too often: “She’s letting me see the kids this weekend.”“She won’t let me FaceTime him.”“She said I can’t come to the birthday party.” If you’re an unmarried father in Georgia, this might sound familiar. But here’s what...

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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...