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We often come across situations where one spouse logs on to the other’s computer or e-mail in order to look for evidence of adultery, financial wrongdoing or other improprieties. But before you snoop, you should know you may face civil and criminal liability for the unauthorized access to electronic data. The Georgia Computer Systems Protection Act The Georgia Computer Systems…
On June 26, 2015, the US Supreme Court ruled that all states must: Recognize a marriage between two people of the same sex Issue marriage licenses for same-sex couples who apply for them Recognizing Gay Marriage in Georgia In the past, gay couples have not been able to legally marry in the State of Georgia. Some Georgia homosexual couples got…
At Bivek Brubaker & Prescott, we often receive questions about Georgia alimony laws from our clients as they enter into the divorce process. It’s wise to educate yourself about this important topic. To help you on your journey, we’ve compiled some of our most frequent alimony questions: There is no standardized formula to determine alimony (like there is for child support). Alimony…
Divorce negotiations can be scary and daunting, even if you’re normally confident and fearless. Unlike buying a car or a house, a divorce settlement has more power to impact your life – and some of the decisions are irreversible. There are several key aspects to effective divorce negotiations. In addition to working with your Marietta family law attorney, the best…
As your Marietta divorce experts, our #1 tip for our clients is this: DO NOT discuss your pending divorce on social media. Never. Ever. Leave social media to your craft projects, cat videos, and what you ate for breakfast. Whatever you do, DO NOT discuss your divorce on Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, or other social media platforms. What about divorce…
A Common Law Marriage is a marriage created without a marriage license. The State of Georgia only recognizes Common Law Marriages if they were set up before January 1, 1997. After this date, Georgia will not recognize a relationship as a legal marriage. If you are in a Common Law Marriage created before 1997, then you will need to file…
The Internet is full of lists with questions you should ask when interviewing a family law attorney in Georgia. While this information can be helpful, you need to know much more than the number of years a Georgia family law attorney has practiced family law and how many clients they’ve represented. The best interview questions take place during a consultation with…
Divorce affects every aspect of your life, including your taxes. We are frequently asked about the timing of divorce as it relates to taxes, and if divorce payments and alimony payments count as deductions. Read on to learn more about filing taxes after divorce. Disclaimer: Bivek Brubaker & Prescott is a family law firm in Marietta, Georgia. You should contact…
To understand how long it takes to get a divorce, first you must understand the framework behind the divorce process. Before Divorce Divorce should always be a last resort. It’s not easy, nor is it a decision to be made lightly. Marriage counseling, couples therapy, and individual counseling should be explored before initiating a divorce. If the marriage is “irretrievably…
Not every divorce trial needs expert witnesses. However, when used effectively, they can sway the course of a trial in favor of a husband or wife. Divorces involving complex estates, medical issues, alimony, or hidden money may require the use of one or more expert witnesses. Using experts from different fields can be an excellent way to gain some leverage…