Unlike most states in the US, Georgia law establishes two different levels of legal recognition of the relationship between a father and their child: Paternity is the legal acknowledgment that a man is the biological father of their child. Establishing paternity determines that he has legal responsibilities regarding the child, specifically the legal obligation to…
In the US, there are two means by which a marriage can be legally ended: annulment and divorce. While they both result in a dissolution of the marriage, the circumstances under which each can be executed and the outcomes of the proceedings are very different. What Is an Annulment? An annulment is a process by…
If you have suffered from abuse, stalking, or harassment, you may have been advised by family, friends, coworkers, or medical professionals to pursue a restraining order against your abuser. While this can be a daunting process, it is important to understand that a restraining order can provide you with a number of benefits and protections.…
At Eittreim Martin Cutler Family Law, we understand that filing for a restraining order can be an emotionally complex process. Our team is experienced in handling restraining orders and can help walk you through the steps. Here’s what you should know before beginning the filing process. Types of Restraining Orders Before pursuing a restraining order,…
A restraining order, sometimes called a protective order, offers protection to victims of abuse, stalking, or harassment. Once in place, the order legally stops perpetrators from directly or indirectly contacting their victims or continuing the cycle of threatening, harassing, stalking, or abusing their victims. Georgia law allows citizens to file for three types of restraining…
A restraining order, sometimes called a protective order, shields the protected person from various forms of abuse or mistreatment brought on by the abuser or restrained person. Whether an individual feels threatened by a romantic partner, family member, coworker, classmate, or stranger, he or she may request a restraining order to stop the threats and…
Georgia law defines alimony as “an allowance out of one party’s estate, made for the support of the other party when living separately. It is either temporary or permanent.” O.C.G.A. § 19-6-1(a). In other words, a spouse can receive financial support during and following a divorce if their ex agrees to the request to provide…
Divorce can seem like an overwhelming process filled with uncertainty as you reestablish yourself and your family following the dissolution of your marriage. In many cases, finances are a part of that uncertainty. If you are facing divorce on unequally financial footing from your spouse, you may benefit from spousal support, often called alimony. Alimony…
Through alternative dispute resolutions (ADR), divorcing parties have plenty of options to reach a settlement agreement. We recently expounded on the structures and benefits of ADRs like mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law. As we finalize our series on alternative dispute resolutions, we are looking at the option of conciliation. What Is Conciliation? Conciliation is the…
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