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Child Custody and Domestic Violence: Protecting Your Child and Yourself
Navigating the challenges of domestic violence and child custody can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to protect both yourself and your child. If you’re reading this, you may be facing difficult circumstances, and we want you to know you’re not alone. At Hobson & Hobson, P.C., our Georgia child custody attorneys want you to
How Remarriage or Cohabitation Affects Spousal Support Payments in Georgia
Spousal support, often called alimony, is court-ordered financial assistance that one spouse pays to the other after a divorce. The purpose of alimony is to help the lower-earning spouse maintain financial stability, especially if they were financially dependent during the marriage. What many people don’t realize is that remarriage or even just living with someone
Spousal Support and Taxes: What You Need to Know in 2025
Divorce is stressful enough without worrying about how spousal support will affect your taxes. If you’re paying or receiving alimony, you might be wondering: Do I have to report this on my taxes? Can I deduct it? How will this impact my financial future? The truth is, spousal support and taxes have changed significantly in
What is the ‘Best Interests of the Child’ Standard in Georgia?
At its core, the “best interests of the child” standard ensures that every decision regarding custody, visitation, and parenting time prioritizes what’s truly best for the child—not the parents. This standard is central to family law in Georgia and serves as a guiding principle for judges when making decisions that affect children during a divorce
How to Handle Property Division in Georgia Divorces 2025
Dividing assets during a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when everything you’ve worked for is on the line. In Georgia, property division isn’t about splitting things down the middle—it’s about what’s fair. And in 2025, some new rules and trends could influence how fairness is decided. For example, updates to tax laws, such as provisions
Digital Evidence in Georgia Family Law Cases: What You Need to Know
Digital evidence—like text messages, social media posts, and emails—can make or break a family law case in Georgia. Whether you’re facing a custody battle, divorce, or alimony dispute, understanding how this type of evidence is used in court could be the key to protecting your rights and achieving the outcome you need. Do you know
Navigating High Net-Worth Divorce in Atlanta: Protecting Assets and Business Interests
Divorce is tough, no matter who you are. But when you’ve worked hard to build your wealth, grow your business, and secure your future, the stakes feel even higher. You didn’t spend years building what you have just to watch it all slip away during a divorce. In a high-net-worth divorce, emotions can run high,
Preparing for Divorce in the New Year
New Year’s is traditionally a time for new beginnings. Sometimes, that means taking a hard look at what you really want for your future. For some couples, it could mean training for a half-marathon or giving up alcohol. For others, it might involve making a big decision like getting a divorce. Deciding to end a
Protecting Your Business in Divorce: Tips for Entrepreneurs
As an entrepreneur, your business isn’t just how you make a living—it’s a part of who you are. It is a testament to all of the years you’ve spent taking risks, putting in long hours, and chasing a dream. When you’re going through a divorce, however, that dream may be at risk. In Georgia, where
