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A divorce is difficult under any circumstances. While there is any number of reasons for the breakdown of the marriage, one of the more common reasons is infidelity. Adultery can be considered legal grounds for divorce and may significantly affect various aspects of a divorce in Georgia. At E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm LLC, Attorney Banks-Ware can advise clients on how…
Going through a divorce is often accompanied by heightened emotions and is overwhelming for everyone involved. Apart from the psychological toll of divorce, there is also legal paperwork involved, including property division, settling debts, and making suitable plans for your family’s future. An experienced Georgia family law attorney can enlighten you about how to prepare for a divorce and help…
The stress of a divorce can be overwhelming, and when you understand just how much is at stake – including your retirement funds – that stress increases. Realizing that your divorce may affect all the hard work you’ve put into your preparations for retirement can be a source of anxiety and fear. Attorney Banks-Ware can help you during this challenging…
When divorcing, spouses usually disclose all information about income and assets honestly, but sometimes, they don’t. A spouse may have been accumulating wealth out of the purview of the other spouse. Despite the fact that wealth should be subject to equitable division as marital property, the scheming spouse wants to keep it all. If you suspect your spouse is hiding…
According to data from the National Statistics Office of Georgia, there were 7,643 divorces statewide in 2020. Going through a divorce can be difficult and emotional for all parties involved. During the divorce proceedings, issues of asset division often arise, and the subject of vacating the marital home needs to be addressed. If you are thinking about filing for divorce…
According to the National Statistics Office of Georgia, there were 7,643 divorces filed statewide in 2020. In the state of Georgia, a collaborative divorce is an option available to couples who wish to privately negotiate the divorce terms without going to court. Both spouses will work together with their respective attorneys in a conference room to mutually agree upon the…
Divorce can be highly emotional. And yet, there are many legalities involved that you need to consider. Contrary to popular opinion, not every couple that wants to file for divorce has to go to trial. There are several options to consider, and only an experienced divorce lawyer can help you fully explore your options. In this article, we discuss all…
Military divorces are just like civilian divorces, right? Not really… Each spouse can hail from a different state, they can both be stationed in a state or country far removed from where they grew up or where they got married, and they may even own property in a third state far away from their current location. If you or your…
Georgia, which has one of the nation’s highest marriage rates, also has one of the nation’s highest divorce rates — with roughly 14 married persons divorcing out of every 1,000. The national average, in contrast, is closer to 11 per 1,000 married persons. Divorce typically involves a division of shared assets such as the home and joint possessions. When children…
According to the National Statistics Office of Georgia, in 2019, there were 11,205 divorces and annulments statewide. Going through a divorce can be an emotional and overwhelming experience that can affect every aspect of your life, including your assets and finances. An important question that usually arises is who gets what in a divorce. If you are considering divorce or…