military divorce

Marriage and family in the military are by nature non-traditional, and they require special maintenance and an understanding of the unique challenges that can arise unexpectedly.  Often, one parent takes care of the household while the other is away, sometimes for...

The end of a marriage is difficult for anyone evoking the divorce process in Georgia and elsewhere; however, the process does not always look the same when it comes to a civilian divorce and a military divorce. While state law will still ultimately control the...

There are some differences between military divorces and civilian divorces that it is helpful for divorcing spouses in the military to be familiar with. If one or more of the spouses is in the military, the couple should be familiar with how military benefits and...

There are many Georgia residents who are also active duty members of the United States Armed Forces. While it is a rewarding endeavor to serve the country, there is no doubt that the necessary sacrifices can place certain strains on a marital relationship. Often, this...

Ordinary marriages are difficult enough but a military marriage often has more than its fair share of stresses, with the distance and nature of the job. The nature of the marriage also makes a military divorce more complicated than an ordinary one, as special rules...

In more ways than one, the lives of the men and women who serve in the American military are a lot different from the lives of civilians. They stay away from home for extended periods of time and perform their duties in harsh conditions in various corners of the...

There are a few issues that need to be considered in divorce when one or both of the parties are in the military. First, you need to know the 10-10-10 rule for retirement in Georgia. According to Statesidelegal, this means that 10 years of active duty service have...

Serving your country is a noble pursuit, but it may create issues in your personal life. If you are active duty in Georgia, you may find that deployments and moves interfere with your ability to parent your children. While you were married, this may not have been as...

Military service members always face the threat of deployment. Deployments are often sudden, leaving little time to prepare for family needs. Making on-the-spot family decisions can create extra stress. Military couples who are seeking dissolution of marriage face...

Specific divorce laws apply to individuals who serve in the United States military. While the state typically settles family law matters such as divorce, federal law plays a role in military divorce. These are the key considerations for military service members who...