Georgia Law Blog

Nobody wants to end up in litigation over a dispute -- but it happens. If you're in that situation, you're probably going to end up having to give a deposition to the opposing party.

Depositions are formal, recorded hearings where a party to a lawsuit or a witness gives oral testimony in response to questions asked by the opposing counsel. Your success or failure at a deposition can dramatically affect the trajectory of your case, so it's wise to be prepared.

When you have a business dispute, the priority is often getting it resolved so that the business can move on normally. There are several ways that this might happen. In some cases, you might be able to work something out with the other party without any assistance. You may have to turn to other options if you can't work things out.

Some business owners don't want to have to go to court to resolve these types of issues. There are instances in which mediation or arbitration might be appropriate. These options are known as alternative dispute resolution methods, and they are often faster and more cost-effective than going through a trial.

A blended family is a common structure these days, but that doesn't mean that you don't have to think about some specific points and how things will differ because you're in a blended family. One thing that you need to think about is what you're going to do about your estate plan. You can't set things up like you would for a family in which both parents are still living together.

Even if you think that your current spouse will care for the children you had prior to getting married, there is a chance that it won't happen that way. Because of this, it's best to have a solid estate plan as soon as possible so you know that your children will get what you intend.

When a couple seeks a divorce, their marital assets are divided according to their state's law. Therefore the state that you file in is very important when it comes to asset division. So much so, that those who have the possibility to file in more than one state should carefully consider the pros and cons of each system.

If you intend to file for divorce in Georgia, you should first make sure that you are eligible to do so. Then, look carefully at how the laws could dictate the outcome of your case.