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Pitfalls of the Aggressive Divorce

by Catherine Ryan | February 18, 2026 | Divorce, Family Law, Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

There’s a certain kind of momentum that can take over at the beginning of a divorce. It starts with hurt. Then anger. Then a late-night Google search. And before long, someone is talking about “taking them for everything they’ve got.” I understand the instinct....

Don’t DIY Your Divorce (Unless You Want a Disaster)

by Catherine Ryan | February 11, 2026 | Divorce, Family Law, Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

If you’re staring down the end of your marriage, let me start by saying this: you’re not failing — you’re navigating a really hard season. And if your brain is currently spinning with “What do I do next?”, “How expensive is this going to be?”, and “Can I just Google...

Same-Sex Divorce, Same Peace, Different Paperwork Traps

by Catherine Ryan | January 23, 2026 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

The myth that causes delays “Uncontested is uncontested, our forms will be the same.”Mostly true, not always. Same-sex couples often have extra documents and histories that a generic packet does not capture. When those details...

Relocation Roulette: Moving Out of State Without Wrecking Your Parenting Plan

by Catherine Ryan | January 21, 2026 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

The surprise text that changes everything “Got the offer. It’s in another state.”Career, family, or a cheaper cost of living can make moving look irresistible. But relocation without rules is the fastest way to turn a peaceful Georgia agreement into a logistical and...

The 72-Hour Panic: Can You Undo a Deal Before It’s Filed?

by Catherine Ryan | January 19, 2026 | Divorce | 0 Comments

The “oh no” moment is normal You kept it calm, talked like adults, and signed a draft… then a detail starts buzzing in your head at 2 a.m. The house refinance date seems vague. The parenting exchange is during baseball practice. The child support payment method isn’t...

Final Order, Now What? Your First 14 Days That Make Everything Work

by Catherine Ryan | January 16, 2026 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

The quiet moment that costs people money You picked the peaceful route. You got your Final Order. Then… life calls, work piles up, and small “I’ll do it later” items start eating your wallet and your sanity. The truth: your first two weeks after the decree determine...

Do Not Sign Yet: 7 Quiet Red Flags in “Friendly” Agreements

by Catherine Ryan | January 14, 2026 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

The trap: “It all looks fine…” You kept it civil, you agreed on the big stuff, and the draft feels tidy. But friendly divorces often hide silent problems—phrases that sound reasonable and later explode into credit issues, parenting fights, and do-overs. Here are the...

Screenshots Don’t Delete Themselves: The Social Media Clause Your Divorce Needs

by Catherine Ryan | January 12, 2026 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

The post you didn’t mean to post It starts harmless: a song lyric, a “new chapter” selfie, a joke your friends will “get.” Then your ex gets the screenshots, your in-laws chime in, someone’s boss sees it, and the quiet divorce gets loud. Online drama is the fastest...

Who Gets the Dog? Pet Plans That Don’t Turn Peace Into War

by Catherine Ryan | January 9, 2026 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

The furry third rail of “friendly” divorce You split the furniture, you mapped the parenting schedule, you even agreed on the refinance. Then four words blow it up: “But he’s my dog.”Pets carry real emotion. In Georgia, they’re treated as property in divorce, but...

Miss This Window, Lose Your Voice: Uncontested Legitimation Explained

by Catherine Ryan | January 7, 2026 | Paternity | 0 Comments

The headline no one tells dads You can love your child, be on the birth certificate, and still have no legal say about school, doctors, travel, or where your child lives. In Georgia, if you weren’t married to the mother at birth, you must complete legitimation to be...

What Happens If My Ex Stops Paying Child Support?

Jul 30, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Let’s be real—divorce is tough, but when your ex stops paying child support, things can go from tough to terrifying. That money isn’t just numbers on a page—it’s your child’s groceries, your rent, their school supplies, and the ability to give them a safe and stable...

He Stopped Paying—Now What? How to Handle Missed Child Support

Jul 28, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

You’ve got a custody agreement. You’ve got a child support order. Things seemed settled—until the payments stopped coming. If this is happening to you, take a breath. You’re not alone, and you’re not powerless. Life happens—job loss, relocation, or just plain...

Caught in the Middle? What to Do When Family & Friends Pressure Your Divorce Choices

Jul 26, 2025 | Divorce

Divorce is hard enough on its own—but throw in a chorus of opinions from family, friends, and that cousin who thinks she’s a lawyer, and suddenly your private decision feels like a group project. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by outside pressure during your...

What If My Child Doesn’t Want to Come With Me?: When Custody Battles Get Emotional

Jul 24, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

When Love Gets Complicated by Custody Let’s be honest—divorce is tough enough. But when your child doesn’t want to come with you during your court-ordered time, it hits differently. It’s not just about the legal process anymore. It’s about your heart. This isn’t...

My Kid Doesn’t Want to Come With Me—Now What?

Jul 22, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Let’s set the scene: you're the financially stable parent. You’ve got a court order saying your child is supposed to be with you every other weekend—or maybe full-time. But when it’s time for the visit or transition? Your child refuses. They cry, they cling to the...

Birthday Battles: The Surprising Truth About Who Gets to Celebrate With Your Kids After Divorce

Jul 20, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Kids shouldn’t have to pick between cake and conflict. Birthdays are supposed to be magical—balloons, cake, laughter, and maybe a meltdown or two (from the kids, not the adults!). But when you're navigating a divorce or custody split, something as joyful as a birthday...

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