Gather records that explain the household
Bring recent tax returns, income records, account and retirement statements, property documents, loan balances, and insurance information. If you own a business or have fluctuating earnings, identify those records too. A short list of accounts and recurring expenses can make the consultation more productive.
Examine a settlement as a whole
Property, debts, alimony, support, and parenting provisions may interact. I help you evaluate the proposed terms, identify missing information, and discuss whether temporary orders or further preparation need attention. The goal is an informed decision, with the actual facts and documents in view.
Identify what needs attention now
Tell my office about an existing case, hearing notice, protective order, or proposed agreement. Describe immediate concerns about housing, access to financial information, or the children’s arrangements. Bring the complete document rather than a summary of the provisions you find most important.
Useful questions to bring
- Which documents are missing from the financial picture?
- What immediate arrangements need to be addressed?
- Does the proposed agreement resolve the issues that matter to my family?
Georgia law and useful resources
O.C.G.A. §§ 19-7-22, 19-9-1, and 19-9-3.