Commerce Divorce Lawyer

Deciding to get a divorce is an emotional decision and one that you likely did not come to lightly. A divorce impacts an entire family, not just the divorcing couple. Divorce encompasses much more than the termination of a marriage. Before a divorce is finalized, issues pertaining to property division, alimony, child support, and custody/visitation rights must be decided.

If you are considering divorce, our Commerce divorce lawyers are here to assist you every step of the way.

Divorce Matters We Handle

Our Commerce divorce lawyers have experience with the following types of divorce matters:

• Contested and uncontested divorces
• Fault and no-fault divorces
• Complex and high-asset divorces
• Child support
• Child custody and visitation rights
• Asset and debt division
• Alimony and spousal support
• Modifications and enforcement

What are the Grounds for Divorce in GA?

Georgia is a no-fault divorce state, meaning that a couple does not need to cite a reason for requesting a divorce. Rather, a no-fault divorce can be filed based on “irreconcilable differences” or that the marital union is “irrevocably broken,” meaning that there is no way of repairing the marriage.

However, couples do have the option of filing for a fault divorce. The state of Georgia recognizes 12 grounds, or reasons, for divorce:

1. Intermarriage of two persons who are closely related to the point that the marriage may be considered incest
2. Mental incapacity at the time of marriage
3. Impotence at the time of marriage, with the other partner being unaware
4. Use of force or fraud to obtain the marriage
5. Pregnancy of the wife by a man other than the husband, with the husband being unaware
6. Adultery of either spouse
7. Abandonment or willful desertion of either spouse for a minimum of one year with the deserting spouse indicating no intention of returning
8. A criminal conviction that reflects moral turpitude (behavior that violates accepted community standards), resulting in incarceration for two or more years
9. Habitual intoxication
10. Cruel treatment, including physical or verbal abuse
11. Incurable mental illness, as evaluated by the court or two physicians who have examined the party
12. Habitual drug addiction

Advocating for What You Deserve

In Georgia, marital property will be divided based on the rules of equitable distribution. Marital property is any property that was acquired during the marriage other than an inheritance or gift. In an equitable distribution state, assets (including funds and property) will be divided fairly but not necessarily equally.

Establishing that your partner committed any of the 12 grounds for divorce can benefit you, especially in a contested divorce. If your divorce is contested (meaning that you and your spouse cannot agree on certain issues), then the grounds for divorce will be taken into consideration by the court when determining property division, as well as other key issues. Furthermore, a Commerce divorce lawyer will be able to provide convincing evidence, allowing you to get the most favorable terms in your divorce settlement.

Speak with our Commerce Divorce Lawyers Immediately

Some marriages do not stand the test of time, forcing couples to part ways. If you or your spouse are considering divorce, our Commerce divorce lawyers are here to answer your questions or concerns. To learn more, contact us online or by phone to arrange your initial consultation.