The most contentious part of a divorce is often centered around child custody issues. Parents must agree on custody agreements – otherwise, the court will decide for them. Custody cases can be especially challenging for dads, who often face unique obstacles when trying to gain parenting time and involvement in their children’s lives. Custody decisions … Read More
Child Custody
Creating a Child-Centered Parenting Plan While Navigating Divorce
The well-being of the children involved must remain top priority while navigating divorce. A child-centered parenting plan is designed to prioritize the needs and best interests of the child, helping to ensure their stability and security during this time of change. When parents work together cooperatively on the parenting plan it can greatly benefit children, … Read More
Uncontested Divorce: Minimizing the Impact on Children’s Daily Lives
Divorce is a challenging time for any family, and its impact on children can be profound. Uncontested divorce, where both parties agree on key issues, can significantly reduce conflict and create a more stable environment for children, fostering a sense of security and continuity. By focusing on the well-being of children throughout the divorce process, … Read More
Scared of Divorce, Custody Disputes, or Domestic Issues?
Are you feeling scared of divorce, custody disputes, or domestic/family issues? You Are Not Alone As a divorce lawyer in the greater Atlanta area, I can tell you firsthand that you are not alone if you’re feeling scared at the prospect of divorce, custody arrangements, or domestic issues. For many of our clients at Pepitone … Read More
Legitimation in Georgia Grants Fathers the Legal Rights to a Child
Biological Father Does Not Mean Legal Father Yes, you read that correctly! In the state of Georgia, if you are the biological father of a child but are not married (or have not been married) to the mother of the child, you automatically do not have any rights to the child. None! The mother has … Read More
When It Comes to Child Custody: Be the Parent
Gwinnett County family lawyer Ashley Pepitone, founder of Pepitone Family Law, says one of the biggest struggles she sees in divorce and child custody cases is a parent unwilling to be the parent and enforce the custody agreement. Today’s parenting encourages children to speak up and make decisions about their lives at an early age. … Read More