Contested Divorce Attorney in Roswell & Alpharetta
In some cases, a divorce can be settled between the spouses before even having to file any paperwork with the Court.
However, if the relationship is severed to the point where working together is just not possible, contested divorce will be the likely outcome.
It is important to note that when a client comes in for an initial consultation and explains that most, but not all, issues are agreed upon, the lawyer will consider this to be a “contested” divorce, even though the issues may be small.
Just because your case may be categorized as “contested,” it does not necessarily mean that there needs to be a bloody court battle.
Whether you are preparing for a highly contested divorce hearing in the state of Georgia, or one with just a few issues that aren’t yet agreed to, contact the office of Elyssa Williams right away.
Usually a divorce ends up being contested in court because the two sides cannot agree on some of the major parts of a settlement. Some of those major points include:
- Division of property
- Child custody
- Child support
- Alimony payments
- Attorney’s fees
If you are preparing for a contested divorce hearing the state of Georgia, contact the office of Elyssa Williams right away.
Usually a divorce ends up being contested in court because the two sides cannot agree on some of the major parts of a settlement. Some of those major points include –
- Division of property
- Child custody
- Child support
- Alimony payments
- Attorney’s fees
In order for a divorce to proceed through the courts, it must be filed under one of many acceptable grounds for divorce under Georgia law. Those include:
- Marriage is irretrievably broken
- Habitual drug addiction
- Habitual intoxication
- Adultery in either of the parties after marriage
- Cruel treatment
- Incurable mental illness
Almost all contested divorce hearings are contentious and emotional. It is very important to have a steady and qualified attorney to represent you during this process to make sure your arguments stay on track.
Elyssa Williams can provide that steady hand for you and make sure that you are given fair treatment every step of the way.
If you would like a free consultation into the specifics of your case, please call our office today. We look forward to working with you and closing this difficult chapter in your life.
