William P. Millisor, P.C. Cumming, GA Attorneys-At-Law, Domestic, Civil Litigation, Divorce

Bankruptcy and Child Support

2009-08-13T11:54:00.004-04:00

Findlaw has posted the following question and response under the heading Can My Bankrupt Ex-Husband Get Out Of Paying Child Support? on an issue that is becoming more and more common QUESTION: A bankruptcy court just notified me that my ex-husband is filing for Chapter 7. I am

Adoption

2009-08-13T11:39:00.003-04:00

Adoption can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but also a difficult legal path to navigate. Having an attorney to assist in the adoption process helps to insure that the filing of documents and matters in front of the court are handled properly.There are several kinds of adoptions, each to address a different legal relationship:Step-Parent Adoptions all a parent to legalize their

Free Initial Phone Consult

2009-08-13T10:37:00.004-04:00

Call for an Initial FREE Phone Consultation to determine what we can do for you.Call 678-947-8490 to speak to Bill Millisor and get moving forward with your legal issue.The Law Offices of William P. Millisor are located conveniently on the Square in Cumming, Forsyth County, Georgia, directly across the street from the Forsyth County CourthouseWilliam P. Millisor, P.C.115 W. Courthouse Sq.Cumming,

Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears Steps Down

2009-07-07T09:55:00.005-04:00

Leah Ward Sears recently stepped down as Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme court to refocus her efforts on strengthening Georgia families and marriages.She posted the following op-ed piece on CNN.com, discussing her personal experience and perspective on marriage and divorce, and her plans moving forward.Let's end disposable marriage

The Effect of the Economy on Divorce in Georgia

2009-05-01T15:35:00.003-04:00

The following is a report by Antwan Harris from WMGT 41 NBC News out of Macon:MONEY 101: Couples Working Through Tough Times Experts say money is the number one issue married couples argue about.While the economy continues to trickle downward several families across Middle Georgia are losing their homes and, according to experts, their ability to tough it out together. Now health officials

No-Fault Divorce

2009-04-24T12:18:00.002-04:00

In the State of Georgia there are 13 grounds for divorce. One of those grounds is that the marriage is simply "irretrievably broken." A divorce based upon the marriage being irretrievably broken, and not on the "fault" of either of the parties is commonly referred to as a "no-fault" divorce. In order to obtain a "no-fault" divorce one party must show that they unwilling to continue to live with

Divorce in Tough Economic Times

2009-03-17T11:04:00.004-04:00

The current economic situation in Georgia and the rest of the country has had an impact on most facets of people's lives, and divorce is no exception. That is not to say that people don't pursue divorce during difficult economic times; they certainly do, but the decision making process is affected by what the parties feel they can take away from the divorce. Couples who don't feel that they can

Divorce: Who gets what?

2009-03-16T15:25:00.001-04:00

How is property distributed in a Divorce Proceeding?Under Georgia law, real and personal property and assets (and debts) accumulated during a marriage are subject to "equitable division" in a divorce proceeding. It is important to understand, however, that equitable does not mean equal. Equitable division instead refers to a fair division of marital property.How is a fair division of marital

Grounds for Divorce in Georgia

2009-02-26T10:40:00.006-05:00

The thirteen grounds for divorce in Georgia are set out in O.C.G.A 19-5-3, and cover both fault, and no-fault divorces. A no-fault divorce is simply a divorce on the grounds that the marriage is irretrievably broken, and the parties have no chance of reconciling. O.C.G.A. Section 19-5-3 Grounds for Total DivorceThe following grounds shall be sufficient to authorize the granting of a total

Uncontested Divorce

2009-02-25T11:34:00.004-05:00

An uncontested divorce is often the simplest, most dignified and cost effective way to end a marriage. An uncontested divorce may be possible when the parties are unable to reconcile, but are able to communicate and interact without high levels of conflict. If the parties can come to an agreement settling all issues of the divorce, then it is possible to file and finalize the divorce with

Standing Order

2009-02-03T22:18:00.005-05:00

When a domestic relations action is filed in Georgia a "Standing Order" is generally issued by the superior court where the plaintiff has filed the action. In a divorce proceeding, a standing order prevents either party from removing the parties' children from the jurisdiction, harassing or stalking each other, or from selling or otherwise disposing of the parties' marital property, among

Family Violence and Temporary Protective Orders

2009-01-09T11:58:00.006-05:00

WHAT IS FAMILY VIOLENCE?The Georgia Code 19-13-1 defines family violence as certain kinds of crimes between people who have certain relationships to each other. The kinds of crimes include battery, assault, stalking, criminal damage to property, unlawful restraint, criminal trespass and any felony. The people must be connected to each other as past or present spouses, parents of the same child,

Depositions: What are they and what do I need to know before mine?

2009-01-09T11:12:00.015-05:00

Depositions are a discovery tool that attorneys use to gather information by taking testimony from a witness. Depositions may be taken on parties to the lawsuit, as well as third parties who have information or knowledge relevant to the case.Depositions are usually conducted in the offices of an attorney with a court reporter present. Though they may not at first seem as formal as a court

Equitable Division

2008-12-16T09:39:00.041-05:00

Holiday Help for Divorced Parents

2008-11-20T17:03:00.005-05:00

The Holiday Season can be a difficult time of year for divorced parents. You may feel like the holidays have become more stressful than enjoyable, and wonder how you are going to make it through the endless list of things to get done.There are plenty of resources at your fingertips on the Web that can provide you with practical advice for making the most out of the Holiday Season and your time

Independent Right of Election

2008-11-14T11:45:00.016-05:00

In Georgia, a child over 14 can generally make an election of which parent the child would like to live with, however, with a recent change in the law, a judge is now able to chose not to honor the child's election if the chosen parent is found to be unfit.Parents should never attempt to buy the affections of their child or anyway disparage their ex to influence a child. Not only are these

Domestic Violence Awarness and Resources

2008-10-31T11:23:00.010-04:00

October has been Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Forsyth County. In conjunction there have been many events and speakers working to increase awareness of the problem of domestic violence in Forsyth County, and the resources and options available to victims.Victims of family violence are often too afraid or ashamed to seek help, but it is important to know that you have options and

Preparing for Adoption

2008-10-23T00:46:00.010-04:00

Adopting a child is an exciting process, and Bill Millisor has extensive experience helping hopeful parents see their adoption dreams realized, as well as the personal knowledge of how rewarding adopting a child can be. If you are contemplating an adoption in Georgia, there are some resources easily available to you...The Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Family and Child

Divorcing Parents Seminar

2008-10-21T09:59:00.004-04:00

In any divorce involving children in Georgia, both parents must attend the Divorcing Parents Seminar and and have a certificate of completion on file with the Clerk of Courts. The purpose of the seminar is to prepare parents to be able to work together in their new roles for the best interest of the children, and to cover important topics such as how children of different ages may deal with a

Children’s Bill of Rights

2008-10-09T14:02:00.026-04:00

Divorce can be a frustrating, time consuming, life changing experience. For those that have children, it can be extraordinarily difficult to keep your divorce from adversely affecting your children. This Bill of Rights for Children of Divorce was put together to help parents act in the best interest of their children by M. Debra Gold, an attorney and guardian ad litem, and I have added some

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2008-10-09T13:55:00.003-04:00