Fighting for custody of your own child is never easy, and if the child’s other parent is using your child to hurt you or making false claims about you, things can become especially hard. Get an experienced Atlanta, GA custody attorney on your side as soon as you can. From an Atlanta, GA Custody Attorney: […]

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In Metro Atlanta, a short distance on the map can mean a long commute in reality. If you and your co-parent live on opposite sides of town, that commute can significantly impact your custody arrangement. Judges in Georgia are focused on the child’s stability and routine. If a parenting schedule involves long drives during peak […]

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Life changes fast, and your parenting or child support order may not reflect your current reality. In Georgia, you can request a modification if there has been a material change in circumstances. Common reasons to modify child support include job loss, a significant raise or new job, health issues, or changes in the child’s financial […]

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It’s a stressful situation no parent wants to face. Your child was supposed to be returned at 6 PM, but it’s 6:30, 7:00, maybe later. When this happens once, it’s frustrating. When it becomes a pattern, it’s a serious legal issue.   In Georgia, parenting time is a court order, not a suggestion. If your co-parent repeatedly […]

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When emotions are high and communication is strained between co-parents, it’s not uncommon for one parent to seek therapy for their teen without informing the other. But is it legal? And is it wise? Let’s explore what Georgia law says—and how to handle these sensitive situations with care and clarity. Legal Custody vs. Physical Custody: […]

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Family law is always evolving—and for Georgia families, 2025 and 2026 are bringing several updates that could impact child support, custody arrangements, and how courts determine what’s in a child’s best interest. Whether you’re newly separating or have an existing order in place, it’s important to understand what’s changing and how to stay ahead of […]

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As more companies require employees to return to the office (RTO), many co-parents are being forced to re-evaluate their custody arrangements. What once worked during the pandemic—remote work, flexible schedules, midweek hand-offs—might no longer be realistic in a post-COVID workplace. Here’s what Georgia parents should know about how returning to the office can impact custody […]

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Abuse in family law isn’t always physical. Increasingly, courts and attorneys are recognizing the damaging effects of coercive control—a pattern of emotional, psychological, or financial abuse that can deeply affect both the co-parenting dynamic and the well-being of children. If you’re navigating a custody case and suspect coercive control is at play—or if you’re being […]

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Custody battles are never easy. They’re just about the most contentious part of any divorce, and it’s important to work with an experienced custody attorney in Atlanta, GA to ensure that you are fully prepared to fight for what’s best for your child and for your own rights as a parent. Working Through Your Goals […]

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When you face a divorce or a custody dispute in Atlanta, GA, it is important to understand your rights as a parent under state law. At South Atlanta Family Law, a trusted custody attorney from our team will work with you to protect your role in your child’s life. Custody decisions are based on legal […]

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