Georgia Divorce Guide
Everything you need to know about divorce in Georgia. 23 in-depth guides covering your rights, costs, and options.
Property Division
Equitable Distribution
Filing Fee
$200–$250
Waiting Period
30 days
Residency
6 months
Divorce Type
Fault & No-Fault
Custody
Best Interest Standard
Key Facts About Georgia Divorce
- ✓13 grounds for divorce (fault and no-fault)
- ✓Adultery bars cheating spouse from alimony
- ✓No presumption for any custody arrangement
Georgia Divorce Guides
Georgia Property Division
Equitable distribution rules — what gets divided, what stays yours, and how courts handle the house, retirement, and debts.
Georgia Spousal Support & Alimony
How alimony is determined, types of support, factors judges consider, and realistic expectations for your case.
Georgia Child Custody Laws
Best interest standard, legal vs. physical custody, common schedules, and mistakes to avoid.
Georgia Divorce Process & Timeline
30 days waiting period. Step-by-step process from filing to final judgment.
Georgia Divorce Costs & How to File
Filing fee: $200–$250. Attorney costs, mediation, fee waivers, DIY options, and how to keep costs down.
Georgia Child Support
How child support is calculated
Georgia Uncontested Divorce
When both spouses agree
Georgia Divorce Mediation
Resolving disputes without court
Georgia Divorce & Taxes
Tax implications of divorce
Georgia Divorce & the Family Home
What happens to the house
Georgia Common-Law Marriage & Divorce
Recognition, rights, and how to divorce without a marriage certificate
Georgia Adultery & Divorce Laws
How cheating affects alimony, property, and custody
Georgia Alienation of Affection
Can you sue the person who broke up your marriage?
Georgia Contested Divorce
When you can't agree
Georgia Divorce with Children
Complete guide for parents
Georgia Divorce & Domestic Violence
Getting divorced safely
Georgia Divorce & Retirement Accounts
Dividing 401k, pension, IRA
Georgia Divorce & Debt
Who pays which debts
Georgia Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
How prenups affect divorce
Georgia Legal Separation vs. Divorce
Key differences and when to choose each
Georgia Collaborative Divorce
Working together with attorneys
Georgia Moving with Children After Divorce
Relocation rules and requirements
Georgia Modifying Custody & Support Orders
Changing court orders after divorce
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Legal Disclaimer: These guides cover Georgia divorce law for general informational purposes only. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed Georgia family law attorney for advice specific to your situation.