Dividing assets during a divorce is not always a simple process, especially when the assets in question are animals you both love dearly. There are many laws pertaining to child custody, but when it comes to animal companions, there are very few specific regulations....
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Probate court and blended families: what to know
When a loved one dies, the last thing you want to deal with is the court. However, most estates must go through probate court. Probate is the process by which the court verifies a deceased person’s will and settles their debts. Probate court is often an emotionally...
5 reasons why a child custody agreement needs amending
The court issues child custody orders, and while legally binding documents, it is possible to change the orders. Changing the orders must happen through the court, and there are five reasons when you may need to request a modification. 1. Co-parenting challenges Even...
How are retirement accounts divided in a Georgia divorce?
Georgia courts practice the equitable distribution of property when presiding over divorce hearings. A fair resolution is sought based on the circumstances of each divorcing spouse. What exactly does this mean and how does it affect retirement accounts? Equitable...
The condo in Florida and the need for ancillary probate
At the age of 80, your widowed father is still healthy, and, though a long-time Georgia resident, he enjoys spending time in his Sarasota condo during the winter months. When he dies, you stand to inherit that property, but first, an ancillary probate proceeding must...
What happens during probate?
When a person dies with a will, it may need to go through probate. For loved ones, this may mean waiting a while before they inherit what the decedent wanted them to have. The probate process is something that many are not familiar with before having to become so....
Who keeps the horse in a divorce?
Starting the divorce can leave couples with a lot of questions about who will take what property. This concern may be extremely worrisome in the context of animals. People who own horses often tend to love them like family, but working out who will get a horse is a...
What happens during probate?
After an individual dies, much of his or her property may have to pass through a series of legal steps before assets pass on to beneficiaries. Probate is the legal term for this process. If the deceased had a will, the designated executor, or personal representative,...
A Temporary Protective Order may provide security during divorce
If you are facing a high-conflict divorce, you may worry about your spouse’s actions during and after your separation. Whether your spouse is physically or emotionally abusive or you believe he or she may try to take advantage of you financially, a Temporary...
Is it possible to divorce out of court?
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may think that litigation is the only path to divorce. Litigation is always on the table, but you have other options. You might choose negotiation, mediation or collaborative divorce. Mediation A form of...