When one spouse commits adultery, it can certainly be a factor in the decision to end the marriage. It can also make the divorce process that follows adversarial and contentious. While there is little doubt that adultery can impact the decision to divorce, does adultery directly affect the legal process of divorce? At the Platt […]
According to the CDC, there were nearly 1.7 million marriages in the United States alone in 2020, with over 630,000 divorces. However, some marriages end in annulment rather than divorce. What is the difference? Read on to learn more. What Is an Annulment? An annulment, unlike a divorce, is a legal decree that declares a […]
The short answer is “yes,” although it can be a complicated subject. There are several key factors to consider when deciding whether changing your child support or custody agreement is the right decision for your situation. There are a variety of situations that may be cause for adjustment, such as changes in incomes or relocation […]
7 Reasons to Establish a Postnuptial Agreement Enough people have heard of the contracts of prenuptial agreements having a negative reputation. While these contracts may not represent romance, they remain very practical, considering the latest divorce rate reported by the CDC is 2.7 per 1,000 people. Pre- and postnuptial agreements protect your financial interests and […]
Although an uncontested divorce is the simplest route to part ways with your spouse, the circumstances of the transition will dictate how complicated the process can be,. Those seeking a divorce still need to outline asset division, and in the cases involving children still need a parenting plan. To ensure that nothing is left unresolved, […]
Going through a divorce has the potential to upend your personal and professional life. Studies from 2018 found that 39% of marriages end in divorce, and the CDC published that 746,971 divorces and annulments occurred in the United States in 2019. The strain of separation and divorce particularly affects those individuals who rely on their […]
Child support is an essential safety net to provide for the well-being of minors. Designed as a way to ensure the contributing financial responsibility from both parents, child support intends to provide for the basic needs of a child up until the age of 18 or until a particular qualifying life event, such as high […]
Divorce is an emotional process. Many people begin the divorce process with the hope that the marriage can end amicably. The reality is that sometimes the process just doesn’t work that way. At the Platt Law Firm, we have the tools you need to build a strong case in a contested divorce. Contested vs. Uncontested […]
Do You Automatically Receive Half of All Assets in a Divorce? Divorce has a huge financial impact. With the average cost of divorce being around $13,000, you may be wondering just how big an impact divorce will have on your life. Will you be able to lead the same type of lifestyle you were accustomed […]
The average cost of a divorce in Georgia is the 8th highest in the United States. Without children, a divorce will cost an estimated $13,500. If children are involved, a divorce in Georgia will average $22,000. A large portion of the cost associated with a divorce can be attributed to attorney’s fees. To get around […]
