Divorce involves more than the legal dissolution of a marriage. From decisions about property and finances to parenting arrangements and the transition into separate households, the process often requires careful consideration of both immediate concerns and long-term consequences. Explore practical information, articles, and resources designed to help individuals better understand the divorce process, prepare for important decisions, and navigate the changes that accompany separation and divorce.

ARTICLES, GUIDES & HELPFUL RESOURCES

• Understanding the Divorce Process in Georgia — An overview of the divorce process, including filing, temporary matters, discovery, mediation, settlement, and final hearings.

• Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce — Learn about the differences between contested and uncontested divorce and how those distinctions may affect the process.

• Preparing for Divorce — Practical considerations and documents to gather when preparing for separation or divorce proceedings.

• Common Mistakes to Avoid During Divorce — Important considerations involving communication, finances, parenting decisions, and social media.

• Life After Divorce — Information about transitioning into separate households, adjusting to new routines, and understanding ongoing responsibilities under a final divorce decree.

RELATED RESOURCES

• Financial Matters — Explore financial disclosures, property division, child support, and other financial considerations.

• Mediation & Resolution — Learn about mediation, settlement preparation, and alternative approaches to resolving disputed issues.

Explore parenting-time arrangements, sample custody schedules, and interactive tools designed to help parents visualize and plan parenting time. These resources can assist with developing practical schedules, considering holiday arrangements, and creating parenting plans that reflect the needs of each family.

Helpful Resources

• Kimbrell Law Custody Schedule Simulator

• Typical Custody Schedule Options

Effective communication is an important part of successful co-parenting. Explore apps and digital tools designed to help parents coordinate schedules, exchange information, track shared expenses, and maintain organized communication while reducing unnecessary conflict.

Why consider a parenting app?

Co-Parenting Applications:

• Our Family Wizard

• Talking Parents

• App Close

Concerns involving alcohol or substance use can present unique challenges in child custody and co-parenting matters. Whether addressing questions about parental fitness, navigating recovery, or considering appropriate safeguards for children, these situations often require thoughtful, individualized solutions. Explore educational resources, monitoring tools, and practical information concerning substance use, accountability, recovery, and child-focused parenting arrangements.

MONITORING & ACCOUNTABILITY TOOLS

• Soberlink — Remote Alcohol Monitoring

• BACTrack

  • Learn about remote alcohol monitoring technology that may be used to document alcohol testing and support accountability in parenting arrangements.

• Alcohol & Substance Use Monitoring Considerations — Information about testing arrangements, monitoring expectations, and practical considerations when incorporating monitoring provisions into parenting plans.

ARTICLES & EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

• Substance Use & Child Custody — General information about how concerns involving alcohol or substance use may arise in custody proceedings.

• Recovery & Parenting — Resources addressing recovery, stability, communication, and maintaining healthy parent-child relationships.

• Developing Parenting Plans When Substance Use Is a Concern — Considerations involving parenting schedules, exchanges, monitoring, and child safety.

SUPPORT & RECOVERY RESOURCES

• Treatment & Recovery Resources — Information about available treatment programs, recovery support, and related services.

• Supporting Children Affected by Parental Substance Use — Educational resources focused on children's emotional well-being, stability, and support.

Child custody matters sometimes involve professionals who assist the Court, evaluate family circumstances, or help parents address ongoing disputes. Depending on the circumstances, these professionals may have different responsibilities, qualifications, and levels of involvement.

Understanding their respective roles, the purpose of their involvement, and what to expect from the process can help parents participate more effectively and make informed decisions.

GUARDIANS AD LITEM (GAL)

• Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem — Learn about the role of a Guardian ad Litem in Georgia custody proceedings, including the GAL's responsibilities, investigation, and focus on the child's best interests.

• Preparing for a Guardian ad Litem Investigation — Practical considerations for parents participating in a GAL investigation, including communication, documentation, interviews, and cooperation.

• Common Questions About Guardians ad Litem — Information addressing frequently asked questions about the GAL process, recommendations, and involvement in custody litigation.

CUSTODY & PARENTING EVALUATIONS

• Understanding Custody Evaluations — General information about custody and psychological evaluations, their potential purposes, and how they may be used in contested custody matters.

• What to Expect During a Parenting Evaluation — An overview of interviews, observations, assessments, collateral information, and other components that may be involved in an evaluation.

• Custody Evaluations vs. Guardian ad Litem Investigations — Learn about the distinctions between these processes and the professionals conducting them.

PARENTING COORDINATORS & OTHER PROFESSIONALS

• Understanding Parenting Coordination — Information about parenting coordination and how a parenting coordinator may assist parents with implementing parenting arrangements and addressing recurring disagreements.

• Co-Parenting Counseling & Family Support Professionals — Resources concerning counseling, parent education, and other services that may support families navigating separation or ongoing parenting conflict.

• Supervised Parenting Time & Exchange Services — General information about supervised visitation, monitored exchanges, and services that may be appropriate in certain circumstances.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Questions to Consider When a Professional Is Appointed — Important considerations involving the professional's role, scope of authority, fees, communication procedures, and applicable court orders.

Find practical information about child custody, parenting time, and common issues that arise when parents live in separate households. These articles and guides are intended to help parents better understand their options, navigate challenges, and make informed, child-focused decisions.

Explore a collection of recommended books and reading materials for parents and children navigating separation, divorce, and changing family dynamics. These resources offer perspectives on co-parenting, communication, emotional well-being, and helping children adjust to family transitions.

Access commonly used custody-related forms, parenting plan documents, court information, and other helpful resources. Whether preparing for mediation, a court proceeding, or a proposed parenting arrangement, these materials can help you identify and organize relevant information.

Helpful Resources

• Divorcing Parents Seminar