Intended Parental Rights in Surrogacy

It’s a big decision to have a child through surrogacy with a very anxious nine months as you worry about another person carrying your child. Whether you have a traditional surrogacy or a gestational one, it’s essential to know what legal steps you need to take to ensure that you’re granted your full parental rights […]

Can I Get Visits With A Criminal Record?

Any time a parent gets convicted of a crime or has a past criminal record, there is concern about how that might affect custody and visitation rights in the event of a divorce, legitimation, or custody modification case. There’s no easy answer to this question as every case is different and needs to be looked […]

New Year’s Resolutions for Successful Co-Parenting – Part II

Co-parenting Success

Co-parenting can be challenging, but creating a positive co-parenting relationship will benefit both the adults and child in the end. January is the perfect time to make some positive changes in your co-parenting relationship. Instead of making resolutions that only benefit you, such as weight loss or exercise, pick one to benefit everyone. As promised, […]

Legal Separation Doesn’t Exist in Georgia, But Separate Maintenance Agreements Do

In many states, getting a legal separation gives couples a way to stay married while living apart and taking a break during some rough times. It offers couples a chance to make some changes potentially and, hopefully, keep things going in the face of a potential divorce. Unfortunately, in Georgia, the courts do not recognize […]

Types of Child Custody: What’s the Difference?

Types of Child Custody

Divorce is never easy, but Family Matters Law Group knows that when you share child(ren) with your spouse, the process of divorce becomes more difficult due to child custody matters. We know you may be feeling very overwhelmed right now trying to work out what is best for your child(ren.) We’re here to offer guidance […]

Finding The Right Family Law Attorney Near Me

Fathers Rights in GA

If you’re facing a divorce or dealing with any family matters that require legal assistance, you may be asking yourself, “How can I find a family law attorney near me?” More importantly, “How can I find an attorney near me that I can trust?” You may be in the early stages of seeking help and […]

Guide to Preparing Children for a Divorce

Family Matters Law

Going through a divorce can be a stressful time for every family. For families with children, it’s vital that you take the proper steps to protect the children as much as possible from the stress of the divorce. By properly preparing children for a divorce, you will help improve the chances that they will emerge […]

Stockbridge Family Law Attorneys

Family Lawyer

Fighting for the right to see your child or to get sufficient financial support for the child you care for can be extremely difficult and stressful. No one understands that better than we do at Family Matter Law Group, your Stockbridge family law office. Our family law attorneys have years of experience in assisting parents […]

Co-Parenting Ideas to Make Valentine’s Day Special

family fun

Valentine’s Day is about showing your loved ones how much they mean to you. Whether you’re showing your children or helping them show others, developing a way to do this in a co-parenting situation doesn’t have to be challenging. Taking the time to be a good role model for your children starts with small acts […]

What Visitation Rights Do Grandparents Have?

Grandparents Rights

Divorce can be challenging for the entire family. Keeping as many relationships intact after a divorce is important for children, especially those with grandparents. Strained relationships in families, during and after a divorce, may not always make this possible. Grandparents may also lose some of the time they’re used to if the custodial parent is […]