Top Athens, GA Divorce Lawyers

Experienced Family Law Attorneys in Athens, GA

Going through a divorce is never an easy experience. While each divorce case varies, all divorces contain major issues that must be resolved. The division of marital assets, for instance, is a common issue in divorce cases. Additionally, when minors are involved in a divorce, child custody and child support must both be considered since arrangements concerning these issues will affect children as well as parents. If you are dealing with a divorce in the Athens, GA area, it is essential that you have experienced divorce lawyers working to protect your interests and the interests of your family.

About Our Divorce and Family Law Firm

Kitchens, New & Cleghorn is a firm comprised of attorneys with over 50 years of combined experience in the family-law field. We have law offices in Athens as well as Atlanta, and our firm handles a variety of divorce-related issues for clients throughout Georgia. From negotiating the terms of uncontested divorces to fighting in court over disputes concerning asset division and child custody, our divorce attorneys do what it takes to get clients the results that they deserve.

Child Custody

In Georgia, there are a variety of factors that determine which parent will retain the custody of children following a divorce. When the custody arrangements in a divorce cannot be settled amicably, the court is required to act in the best interest of the children involved. With the future of your children at stake, do not take any chances. Contact our expert attorneys to discuss your options.

Child Support

As with child custody, the courts consider several factors when determining the terms of child support. First and foremost, the income of both parties will be examined in order to ascertain how much support can be contributed by the non-custodial parent and how much support the custodial parent will need. If you would like to learn more about child support in Georgia, including its role in your case, contact our divorce lawyers.

Alimony Payments

Alimony, also known as spousal support, is financial support provided to one spouse by the other for a set period of time following a divorce. The terms of alimony are dependent on certain financial and marriage-related circumstances. In most cases, spouses are only eligible for alimony if the duration of their marriage exceeds a period of several years. However, a great deal of other factors also influence whether or not alimony will be awarded, and there is a chance that spousal support will be included in the terms of your divorce. If you are concerned about the role of alimony in your divorce, contact our firm to discuss this issue in detail with our divorce lawyers.

Asset Division

In divorce cases, the division of marital assets is often difficult to negotiate. Since marital assets are acquired over the course of a marriage, both parties feel, as they should, entitled to a portion of them. However, the terms concerning who receives what are often disputed. If asset division has the potential to be contested in your divorce, contact our attorneys; they will protect your interests.

Uncontested Divorces

When our firm handles divorce cases, we try our best to minimize the emotional toll that this type of experience can take on clients. To do this, we try to work with clients and their spouses to negotiate the terms of their divorce in a non-confrontational manner. These negotiations will, when successful, lead to an uncontested divorce. Uncontested divorces are usually the best divorce option because they are inexpensive, fast, and civil. Of course, though, when fair negotiations are not an option, our trial-tested lawyers are ready and able to fight for the interests of their clients in court.

Experienced Divorce Lawyers

For several reasons, divorces are some of the most difficult legal matters for people to work through. The most significant reason for this, perhaps, is the fact that the emotional and financial strain caused by divorce can be overwhelming. Fortunately, you do not have to go through your divorce alone. We have effectively managed divorces throughout Georgia since 2001, and our experienced divorce lawyers are equipped to handle even the most complex divorce cases.

We Can Help

If you are feeling overwhelmed by your divorce, we can help. With the experience necessary to manage divorce cases effectively, Kitchens, New & Cleghorn is ready to meet your legal needs. To find out more about what we can do for your case, call and schedule a free consultation with one of the experienced attorneys in our Athens office.