September 21, 2026
A temporary custody hearing in DeKalb County is short, and it runs on paper. Each parent testifies, one extra witness may speak, and everything else arrives by affidavit. A Lithonia child custody lawyer files the financial affidavit 15 days out, drafts a parenting plan, and builds the written record long before the courtroom door opens. […]
September 16, 2026
Georgia will not grant a no-fault divorce until at least 30 days after your spouse is served. An uncontested DeKalb County case often wraps up within a few months. A contested case usually takes many months longer. A Stonecrest divorce lawyer can help you avoid the delays that come from missed filings and unresolved issues. […]
September 9, 2026
Legitimation is the Georgia court order that makes an unmarried father a legal father with standing to seek custody and parenting time. Every unmarried father needs it. Paternity alone does not grant it. A Cobb County parental rights lawyer files the petition under O.C.G.A. 19-7-22 in the county where the mother lives. E.N. Banks-Ware Law […]
September 1, 2026
Georgia adds both parents’ incomes and finds the Basic Child Support Obligation on the state table. Each parent covers a share of that number in proportion to income. Health insurance and work related child care get added on top. A Decatur child support lawyer then argues the adjustments and deviations, which is where the money […]
August 25, 2026
A DeKalb County divorce starts at $217 to file, plus $50 for the sheriff to serve your spouse and $50 per parent for the required parenting seminar if you have children under 18. That fixed floor lands near $267, or $367 once two parents pay for the seminar. Everything above it depends on how much […]
August 20, 2026
A Superior Court judge decides custody in Gwinnett County, and that judge answers one question. What arrangement serves the best interests of this child? Georgia law gives neither parent a head start, forbids a jury from deciding the issue, and hands the judge a list of 17 factors to weigh. A child who has turned […]
July 1, 2026
If your child’s health coverage is at risk right now, do not wait to take action. Reach out to E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm by completing our online contact form or calling (470) 570-9546 to speak with a member of our team today. Why Summer Stirs Up Health Insurance Questions Summer often brings changes in employment, […]
April 1, 2026
If questions about a prenuptial agreement are creating stress before the wedding, speak with a Lithonia family law attorney through our online contact form or call (470) 570-9546 to discuss options before important decisions are made. What Is a Prenuptial Agreement? A prenuptial agreement, often called a prenup, is a written contract signed by two […]
January 4, 2026
If you’re considering filing for divorce and need clear guidance about your spousal support options, contact E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm through our online contact form or call (470) 570-9546. What Is Spousal Support? Spousal support is financial assistance one spouse may be ordered to pay to the other after a divorce. In Georgia, it’s designed […]
December 8, 2025
Parental rights hearings in DeKalb County are typically scheduled when a legal action could significantly change a parent’s ability to raise or have contact with their child. These cases arise in a variety of situations, such as allegations of abuse or neglect, adoption petitions, contested custody changes, or when a parent is struggling with persistent […]
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