North Atlanta, Marietta and Roswell Divorce Attorney
Often it seems to be a minor issue that leads to the decision to talk to a divorce lawyer. In reality, the couple had been building a wall one brick at a time for many years. By the time they reach my law office, they can no longer carry out a conversation.
My name is Jeffrey S. Williams. I am an attorney who handles divorce cases for families in North Atlanta, including Alpharetta, Roswell, Marietta and surrounding counties. The first question I typically ask my clients is, "Can we save the marriage?" I'd rather do that than help you get a divorce. But if divorce cannot be avoided, it's time to talk about how to protect your interests.
Many issues in divorce approach the pain and suffering of losing a loved one. In one sense, a divorce is a kind of death, the death of a relationship and the loss of someone you once loved. Before the healing can begin, the family and its assets must be divided and the children's interests protected.
Getting a divorce in Georgia is rarely as simple as filing a divorce petition. Untangling the legal and financial union of two people can be complicated, time consuming and stressful. I will guide you through the steps such as:
- Marital property division: Identifying and dividing marital property is not always straightforward. Some assets, such as a home or business, can be part separate and part marital. It takes time and money to sell real estate, so equity in a home is not worth as much as stocks or other liquid investments.
- Alimony: Georgia provides alimony in cases of long-term marriages where there is a disparity of earning capacity. However, unlike child support, there are no clear guidelines to determine how much spousal support should be or how long it should continue.
- Child custody and visitation: If you have children, parenting issues will need to be resolved before financial issues.
While divorce issues can include disputes over everything from pets to motorcycles, in the end most conversations about divorce revolve around relationships. Regardless of how you feel about your spouse when you come to my law office, it's important to keep lines of communication open, especially if you have children.
For More Information About Divorce
For more information or to schedule a consultation with me, Alpharetta divorce attorney Jeffrey S. Williams, call 770-884-4053 or fill out the contact form on this website.
