Legal Articles, Family Law

Adjustments for Child Support Payments in Georgia at Age 18

In Georgia, child support payments are calculated to cover all minor children in a home.

Understanding Texas Spousal Maintenance Law

Short overview of the changes in Texas law regarding spousal maintenance & support (alimony).

Temporary Custody Orders: Possession is 9/10ths of the Law

Article reviewing the importance of temporary custody orders

Divorce: How soon do I need to hire a lawyer?

The Cherry Law Firm fields as many calls from people who have been served a petition for “divorce” as those who have contemplated divorce in Cobb and Cherokee County.

What is in the best interest of the child?

Factors considered by Texas Courts

How to File for Child Support Modification in Georgia

In most states, a support order is made based on the income of both parents, the child’s needs and other relevant matters. If there is a substantial change of circumstances … you lose your job, your ex-spouse has a significant wage increase, the existing order of child support can be modified.

Whose fault is it anyway? Grounds for Divorce in Texas.

A short discussion of the grounds for divorce in the State of Texas

10 Rules for Successful Co-Parenting with your Ex

Tips to successfully co-parent after a divorce

Impact of Domestic Violence Allegations on a Texas Child Custody Dispute

This article discusses how allegations of family violence affect child custody disputes

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