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Custody awarded to father in Georgia divorce case despite evidence of alleged family violence
The Supreme Court of Georgia recently affirmed a divorce action where the husband was awarded primary physical custody of the children despite evidence of alleged family violence. Finklea v. Finklea, ...read more
Am I a victim of domestic violence?
Domestic violence or domestic abuse can exist in a number of ways. Most often, people think of a woman who has been beaten by her husband or boyfriend as a victim of domestic violence. It is ...read more
Definition of family violence in Georgia
Atlanta family law attorneys are often asked about the definition of family violence, and whether they are a victim under the laws of Georgia. In Georgia, ?family violence? is defined broadly. The ...read more
Atlanta Divorce Lawyers Guide to Divorce and Family Law Cases in Fulton County, Georgia: Guardian Ad Litem
Our final blog entry in our Atlanta Divorce Lawyers Guide to Divorce and Family Law Cases in Fulton County, Georgia is in regards to the Fulton County's Guardian Ad Litem program. A Guardian Ad ...read more
Temporary Protective Orders and Domestic Violence in Georgia
The procedure for obtaining a temporary protective order for family violence is unique compared to other court filings. The victim must go to the Superior Court in the county in which the Defendant ...read more
What is considered family violence in Georgia?
Unfortunately, we often get calls from prospective clients who have been victims of domestic violence (aka family violence) or who want a protective order against a spouse or former spouse. This ...read more
Domestic Violence Resources in Georgia
When someone mentions the words ?Domestic Violence?, some people may associate these words with physical abuse. Domestic violence, however, takes many shapes and forms and a person does not need to ...read more