As an avid documentary consumer, once I heard Hulu released “The Nightmare Upstairs” – even without context of the story it told – I rushed to queue up the first episode. Now, having watched the interviews of a family locked
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Divorce and Child Custody for High Net Worth Families in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Divorce is complicated for any family. For high net worth families, the complexity multiplies in ways that most people are not prepared for. The financial stakes are higher, the assets are more varied and often harder to value, and the
How Georgia Courts Divide Property in a Divorce: What Equitable Distribution Actually Means
Georgia’s equitable distribution standard means courts divide marital property based on fairness, not a fixed formula, and the outcome depends heavily on how your case is presented.
Key Takeaways:
- Equitable means fair, not equal, and Georgia judges have broad discretion
If You Are Maybe Moving With Children, Stop! Ask Some Questions First!
Here’s the scenario: your significant other wants to move. Maybe you have to move, maybe you don’t. If there is any sign of instability in your home, even if divorce or separation seems a long way off, before you up
Will I Need to Leave the United States for my Green Card Interview? Breaking Down the Latest USCIS Memo
In the last couple of weeks, many immigrants and their families have seen alarming news headlines and social media posts claiming that green card applicants will now be required to return to their home countries for their interviews. All of
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Georgia: What Every Couple Needs to Know
Divorce is rarely a simple decision, but the path through it does not have to be more complicated than necessary. One of the first questions couples face when they sit down with an attorney is whether their divorce will be
Overestimating Loyalty in the Age of Oversharing
The combination of “loyal friends”, “private” (or not private) social media accounts, and the age of oversharing has led to evidence aplenty for family law attorneys.
Litigation in family law doesn’t just change a couple’s relationship, it often reshuffles an
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Passports for Unpaid Child Support?
Did the Government just Say They will Revoke Passports for Unpaid Child Support?
Yes! The International Family Law Attorneys at the Manely Firm are ready to act!
Imagine the relief of a mother struggling to support her young children after
Child Support and Your Passport: What You Need To Know!
The U.S. State Department Will Start Revoking Passports for Parents Who Owe Child Support – What Does this Mean for Passport Holders?
The Associated Press has reported that the United States Department of State will begin more seriously enforcing legislation
Steps to Take If Your Child Has Been Abducted: A Georgia Parent’s Legal Guide
No parent should ever have to face the reality of a child abduction. Yet parental abduction, in which one parent takes a child in violation of a custody order or without the other parent’s consent, is more common than many