As a business owner, you worked hard to establish and build your company. You likely want to protect it, but you may not think that you need to protect it from your spouse. That changes if you’re served divorce papers. Making sure that you take appropriate steps...
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Changing Your Name and Identity After a Georgia Divorce
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Jan 27, 2026 | Divorce
After a divorce, you may be interested in changing your name and identity to fully separate yourself from your previous marriage. The first step is to indicate the new name that you want in the petition documents that you submit to the court. Additionally, you will...
Divorce and social media: What you post can be used against you in Georgia
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Dec 16, 2025 | Divorce
Going through a divorce is challenging enough. You have many legal and emotional hurdles to deal with after the breakdown of a marriage, without creating evidence that can hurt your case in Cobb County family court. In Georgia, anything you post on Facebook, Instagram...
Understanding ‘equitable distribution’ in a Georgia divorce: It’s not always a 50/50 split
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Nov 6, 2025 | Property Division
When facing divorce, many people assume you must divide all assets and debts equally, dollar-for-dollar. You may think that a 50/50 split is the rule, especially when high-value property is involved. Georgia divorce law, however, uses the term “equitable...
How do I handle divorce when my spouse is self-employed?
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Jul 18, 2025 | Property Division
Divorce is a challenging process, and when one spouse is self-employed, it adds layers of complexity to the financial and legal proceedings. Understanding how to handle these unique circumstances can help to better ensure a fair and equitable resolution. Understanding...
Can a parent kidnap their own child in Georgia?
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | May 20, 2025 | Child Custody
As a parent, there's no greater fear than the thought of your child being taken away from you. When parents are separated or divorced, this fear can be especially intense when parents don't see eye-to-eye regarding matters like parental rights, religion, culture and...
Managing a family business during and after divorce
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Mar 27, 2025 | Property Division
When a marriage ends, dividing a family business can be one of the most complex aspects of divorce. This shared enterprise represents both financial assets and a legacy of hard work that requires careful handling. Dividing a family-run company requires careful...
Valuing and dividing property fairly in a high-asset divorce
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Feb 28, 2025 | Property Division
Divorcing can feel like dismantling a life you carefully built, and dividing assets can be the physical manifestation of this emotional process. For affluent couples in Georgia, asset division becomes even more intricate due to the high value of property and the...
The role of protective orders in family law issues
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Oct 9, 2024 | Divorce
Family law issues can be emotionally challenging. If a situation involves domestic violence, though, the process of divorce or determining child custody could be downright dangerous. Thankfully, the law provides mechanisms such as protective orders to ensure the...
What happens to a trust when spouses divorce?
On Behalf of Hill Macdonald, LLC | Jul 15, 2024 | Divorce
Some divorcing couples have very little property or debt to address. Others have complicated financial circumstances that require careful planning. Spouses who have enjoyed higher levels of income during their marriages tend to have more thorough financial plans in...
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- Changing Your Name and Identity After a Georgia Divorce
- Divorce and social media: What you post can be used against you in Georgia
- Understanding ‘equitable distribution’ in a Georgia divorce: It’s not always a 50/50 split
- How do I handle divorce when my spouse is self-employed?