Divorce can be a destabilizing time for everyone involved, especially the children. But the same issues that may have caused the split can continue to play out after a court-ordered settlement is reached. When parents in Georgia and around the country continue to...
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Sean Penn, famous actor and director, heads for third divorce
Actor, director, and activist are all words used to describe Sean Penn. Now, “recently divorced” can join the list of descriptors. The 61-year-old academy-award-winning actor was recently served with divorce papers by his wife Leila George. The filing comes a little...
How is mental illness assessed as justification for a divorce?
In Georgia, people who want to get a divorce should understand the grounds for it under the law. While many people will simply claim that the marriage is irretrievably broken and get a total divorce based on that, there are other grounds for divorce including...
How do you handle a contentious divorce?
When the end of your marriage is inevitable, no matter the cause, the emotions involved are often volatile, especially when dealing with a contentious divorce. Psychology Today reports that because of the conflicts involved in this type of divorce, the process usually...
Is now a good time to tell your child about the divorce?
As a parent who will soon go through divorce, you look out for your child above all else. No parent wants to do anything that will bring their child suffering or pain. But unfortunately, you still need to break news of the upcoming split. One of the best ways to...
What are some common reasons for gray divorce?
Many people may find as they age that divorce is imminent. A gray divorce is when older couples split up later in life, something that is becoming increasingly common. There are several reasons why you could find yourself in this situation, with issues ranging from...
How can I make divorce less expensive?
Everybody is aware that divorce is a stressful and often sorrowful experience. However, what many people often do not anticipate is the cost associated with the process of divorce. Child support payments and alimony might concern you, but the actual legal divorce...
How can I make my divorce as stress-free as possible?
Navigating a divorce can leave you feeling sad, angry, relieved, anxious, hopeful, and more. Many couples experience these disconcerting feelings all at once, which can leave you reeling in the aftermath. It is virtually impossible to get through your divorce without...
How to cope with a divorce
It’s no secret – going through a divorce is often a very traumatic and emotionally-trying process. Even if you were the one who asked for it, a divorce can turn your world upside down and make it feel impossible to carry on with life as usual. Venturing into the...
Reasons that mediation can fail
Georgia divorces that end in amicable settlements through mediation typically last longer than those achieved in court. We often work with clients to help them reach an agreement and move forward with their lives. Divorce Magazine states that...