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To Work or Not to Work? That is Sometimes the Question.

Stephen M. Worrall
June 19, 2008 20:50

The following article is by Janet Langjahr of the Florida Divorce Law Blog: In lengthier marriages where one partner has been a stay-at-home spouse and parent for most of the marriage, the homebound spouse often asks: should I look to...The following article is by Janet Langjahr of the Florida...

Judge unseals Richardson divorce papers

Stephen M. Worrall
July 23, 2008 12:17

The Fulton County Daily Report has today reported that a judge has unsealed most of the files in the divorce case of House Speaker Glenn Richardson and his ex-wife, Susan. The day the divorce case was filed in February, Paulding...The Fulton County Daily Report has today reported that a judge has...

Recent Articles

7 Ways To Stop Badmouthing Your Ex

Stephen M. Worrall
February 09, 2012 18:13

Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW, has published a great article on the importance of not badmouthing your ex. Yes, maybe he is a jerk. I know, she may makes Cruella de Vil look sweet. If you have children together, they will...Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW, has published a great article on the importance of not...

Everyone has a part to play in ending domestic violence

Stephen M. Worrall
July 19, 2011 12:32

The following article, written by Edward Lindsey and Chuck Spahos, appeared in the AJC this week: Georgia’s judges, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, advocates and criminal justice officials are as committed, well trained and caring as any in the nation, and...The following article, written by...

Children of Divorce Struggle More With Math and Social Skills

Stephen M. Worrall
June 05, 2011 15:01

A new study confirms the well known fact that divorce can be hard on kids in many ways: socially, academically, and emotionally. According to new research published Thursday in the American Sociological Review. children whose parents divorce perform worse in... A new study confirms the well known...

Atlanta Divorce Lawyer & Family Law Attorney Suggests: A Postnuptial Agreement Could Save Your Marriage!

Stephen M. Worrall
March 01, 2011 19:59

Think “prenuptial agreement” and you think “I love you!”, right? Perhaps not! In my Marietta and Atlanta divorce and family law firm, I find that even though an important legal document like this can protect your bank account and other... Think “prenuptial agreement” and you think “I love you!”,...

Divorce After 50 - Older Couples Face Unique Issues

Stephen M. Worrall
February 17, 2011 21:20

Phoenix, Arizona, divorce attorney Scott D Stewart, who writes an Arizona Divorce Attorney Blog, recently published an article on the issues faced by older couples, usually where one or both of the spouses are over 50. He notes that Al...Phoenix, Arizona, divorce attorney Scott D Stewart, who...

Valentine's Day Means an Increase in Divorce Filings

Stephen M. Worrall
February 14, 2011 21:47

Divorce lawyers and family law attorneys have discovered that the early part of the year is often their busiest season. Some couples stay together through the Christmas and New Year holidays only to separate to ring the new year. Others... Divorce lawyers and family law attorneys have discovered...

‘Deadbeat’ parents caught in a debtor’s prison

Stephen M. Worrall
January 24, 2011 16:10

The following article appeared in AJC.com: On any given day, hundreds of Georgians are in jail for failing to pay child support. Family law attorneys say many of these "deadbeats" are right where they belong. They have been found in...The following article appeared in AJC.com: On any given day,...

Cobb County Divorce Lawyer on Meeting Halfway for Child Visitation Exchanges

Stephen M. Worrall
December 10, 2010 19:34

Frequently parents of divorce have an agreement, or a court order, to meet at a halfway point for purposes of exchanging their children for visitations. For families following such an arrangement, MeetWays is a neat website. Meetways.com was created to...Frequently parents of divorce have an...