What If I Don’t Want a Divorce? “My spouse wants to separate. What if I don’t want a divorce?” Not all divorces are mutual. Sometimes one partner wants to figure out a way to work things out before filing for divorce. So, what are your options if you don’t want a divorce, but your spouse […]
Divorce Mediation in Georgia Saves You Time & Money No two divorces are the same. At times the experience can be a long and difficult process, or it can be amicable and smooth sailing. Some divorcing couples decide to try to make it easier through mediation. Divorce mediation in Georgia involves meeting with a third-party […]
Annulments in Georgia Compared to Getting a Divorce When a marriage ends, there are typically one of two ways it can end in the eyes of the law – divorce or annulment. By definition, a divorce legally ends a valid marriage, while an annulment is a formal declaration that a marriage was legally invalid. There […]
What Does Legal Separation in Georgia Look Like? Legal separation happens when a married couple chooses to live separately without officially ending their marriage through divorce. Unlike many states, spouses do not need to file a legal separation action prior to filing for a divorce. However, either spouse in a marriage can pursue an action for separate maintenance, […]
If My Spouse Committed Adultery, Does it Affect Alimony? Divorce is already emotionally difficult enough, but it can be even harder to navigate when there is adultery involved. You might have a slew of questions about alimony when adultery is cited as your reason for separation. Examples of questions may include: Will I still have […]
Explained: Contested and Uncontested Divorce When a marriage dissolves, it’s the beginning of a series of difficult decisions both parties will have to make. After deciding to end the marriage, one of the first decisions both individuals need to make is whether they want a contested or uncontested divorce. Both a contested and uncontested divorce […]
Tips for Handling the Holidays After a Divorce Going into this year of holiday festivities after divorce will look very different than in previous years. It can also be a painful reminder of the past before the divorce. Whether your divorce was cordial or filled with tension, there’s an opportunity for new holiday traditions. This […]
What Qualifies as a High Asset Divorce? Not every divorce is the same. In a high asset divorce, there is more at stake financially. Assets that may be at risk include shared bank accounts, business assets, and investments – to name a few. It’s no secret that a high asset divorce can be overwhelming and […]
What is a Postnuptial Agreement? Postnuptial agreements are similar to prenuptial agreements; however, the contract is written after a couple marries. There are many reasons why a married couple may consider getting a postnuptial agreement. Whether it is to safeguard money for children from a previous marriage or for a spouse looking to protect their […]
What is a Prenuptial Agreement? A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a legal document that a couple executes before they marry to determines the division of property in the event of a future divorce. Although it may not be romantic, having an open and honest financial conversation before the wedding day can be positive and […]
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The Augusta, Eastern Georgia law firm of Boudreaux Law Firm, serves Eastern GA and the CSRA, including the cities of Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Blythe, Hephzibah, Grovetown, Harlem,
Waynesboro, Appling, Thomson, Louisville, Lincolnton and Peach Island, as well as Columbia County, Richmond County, Burke County, Jefferson County, McDuffie County and Lincoln County.
