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What If I Can’t Afford a Lawyer—But Don’t Trust Online Divorce Forms?

by Catherine Ryan | August 15, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

It Looks Cheaper—But Is It Really? When you're staring down the cost of divorce, it's tempting to cut corners. Online divorce form services often advertise one-click solutions and low fees. But here’s the truth: what seems cheap now can cost you big time later. Online...

Do I Have to Do the 50/50 Thing Everyone Talks About?

by Catherine Ryan | August 13, 2025 | Divorce | 0 Comments

When parents split, everyone starts talking about "50/50 custody" like it’s some kind of gold standard. It sounds fair—equal time, equal parenting, and no one gets the short end of the stick. But is it realistic? And more importantly… is it required? Let’s clear up...

Can I Keep the House—Even If I Make Less?

by Catherine Ryan | August 11, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

Divorce is hard enough without worrying you’ll be forced out of your own home. If you’re the lower-earning spouse, it’s easy to feel like you’re starting at a disadvantage. But in Georgia, keeping the house isn’t just about who brings home the bigger paycheck. Let’s...

They Cheated—So Why Isn’t the Court Punishing Them?

by Catherine Ryan | August 3, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

You’re hurt. They lied, betrayed you, maybe even tore your family apart—and now you’re told it “doesn’t matter”?How is that fair? Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating realities in Georgia divorce law: infidelity doesn’t always equal legal consequences. But...

New Partner, New Problem: Can You Say No to Who’s Around Your Child After Divorce?

by Catherine Ryan | August 1, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

“I don’t care who they date—I just don’t want that person around my child.”Sound familiar? You’re not alone. For many parents going through or finalizing a divorce, the introduction of a new partner—especially when children are involved—can feel like salt in the...

What Happens If My Ex Stops Paying Child Support?

by Catherine Ryan | July 30, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

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

by Catherine Ryan | July 28, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

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

by Catherine Ryan | July 26, 2025 | Divorce | 0 Comments

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

by Catherine Ryan | July 24, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

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?

by Catherine Ryan | July 22, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

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...

Signed, Sealed, But Not Delivered: What Happens If My Spouse Won’t Sign Divorce Papers?

Jul 16, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

When One Signature Stands Between You and Moving On Divorce is never easy—but it gets even more complicated when your spouse refuses to sign the papers. Maybe they’re avoiding the conversation, stalling out of spite, or simply hoping you’ll change your mind. Whatever...

Uncontested but Complicated: What Happens If You Don’t Agree on Everything

Jul 14, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

You and your spouse both want a divorce. You both want to avoid court. And ideally? You’d love to file uncontested.But here’s the catch: you don’t agree on everything. Maybe you’re on the same page about ending the marriage but stuck when it comes to splitting the...

Can You Really Finalize a Divorce Without Going to Court?

Jul 12, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

When most people think of divorce, they picture tense courtrooms, expensive attorneys, and long emotional battles. But here’s the truth: not all divorces have to be a drama-filled showdown. In Georgia, if both spouses agree on the major terms—like property division,...

Ghosted During Divorce? What to Do When Your Spouse Disappears from the Process

Jul 10, 2025 | Divorce

You finally made the decision. You’re ready to file for divorce, get some closure, and move on. But there’s one big problem: your spouse is nowhere to be found. No returned calls, no response to texts, and no known address. Did they ghost you... during your divorce?...

Refusing to Sign? Here’s What Happens When Your Spouse Tries to Stall the Divorce

Jul 8, 2025 | Divorce

You’ve made the hard decision to move on. The papers are ready. You’re hoping for a clean break. But then—your spouse won’t sign. Now what? Believe it or not, this is more common than you think. Divorce doesn’t always happen on mutual terms, and sometimes one spouse...

The Divorce Form That Could Ruin Your Future If You Sign It Blind

Jul 6, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

Divorce Is Hard Enough—Don’t Let the Paperwork Make It Worse You’ve made the decision. You want a divorce—and you want it to be clean, fast, and amicable. So you sit down at the kitchen table, print out a few online forms, and think: “Let’s just get this over with.”...

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