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What is 50/50 Custody?
A lot of clients tell me that they want a 50/50 custody schedule. But they do not always know what that means. They may have heard good things about it from friends who use a 50/50 custody...
5 Tips to Deal with Uncertainty in Divorce During Coronavirus
Going through a divorce in normal circumstances is difficult. There is a lot of uncertainty about what your future looks like. Right now, the entire world is in a state of uncertainty due to...
5 Ways to Survive Social Distancing While Getting Divorced
Many spouses stay in the same home while divorcing. There may be practical or financial reasons for doing so, but it can still be stressful. Add in the stress created by coronavirus and social distancing and things can get unpleasant fast. Here are five tips to make sheltering in place with your spouse a better experience.
6 Ways to Talk to Your Divorce Attorney While Sheltering in Place
Social distancing due to coronavirus has made finding privacy difficult. But if you are getting divorced, you likely need to talk to your attorney. With an Executive Order requiring all Georgians to shelter in place due to COVID-19, you need to get a little creative to talk to your attorney. Here are six ways you can find privacy to call your divorce attorney during coronavirus.
Can I Get Divorced while Social Distancing?
Coronavirus has caused many of us to suddenly spend a lot more time with our significant others. For some people, this time together may have made you realize you don’t want to stay together. If you know you want to get divorced, you are probably eager to get started. But you may be concerned that you won’t be able to get divorced under shelter-in-place orders. Since we don’t know how long COVID-19 will last, you might be feeling stuck.
Should I Divorce My Cheating Spouse?
If you just found out your spouse cheated, your world may be shattered. They broke your trust. They disrespected you. They devalued your relationship. Your spouse can’t take back their actions,...
Can Divorcing Couples Share the Same Attorney?
If you’re facing divorce, you probably know you should get an attorney. If you and your spouse have already agreed to the terms of your divorce, it may seem like a good idea to save money by...
Can I Afford To Get Divorced?
Can I Afford to Get Divorced? Facing a divorce is stressful, especially when you are not sure how it will impact your finances. How will you afford your monthly expenses? Is there a chance that...
What if the Other Parent of My Child is an Addict?
One of the scariest issues in a custody case is when one parent has a substance abuse issue. The sober parent constantly worries about the child while in the addicted parent’s care. When the...
How Long Will My Divorce Take?
At Porchlight, one of the questions we frequently hear is “How long will my divorce take?" The answer depends on a number of factors: whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, how quickly...
