Child Custody
Guides and insights on child custody in Georgia, from the attorneys at Better Law.
Legitimation in Georgia: A Father's Complete Guide
Legitimation is how an unmarried father gains legal rights to his child in Georgia — being on the birth certificate isn't enough. What it grants, and how it works.
Jul 15, 2026
How to File for Legitimation in Georgia: Petition, Forms, Cost, and the Hearing
How to file a legitimation petition in Georgia in 5 steps — where to file, what the petition must include, the filing fee, serving the mother, and what happens at the hearing.
Jul 15, 2026
Unmarried Fathers' Rights in Georgia: What Custody Law Says for Unmarried Parents
In Georgia, the mother of a child born outside marriage has sole custody by default. Here's what unmarried fathers can do about it — and what changes it.
Jul 15, 2026
Child Custody in Georgia: What Every Parent Needs to Know
A comprehensive guide to Georgia child custody law — the types of custody, court procedures, the factors judges weigh, and how parents can protect their child's best interests.
Mar 18, 2026
Effective Child Custody Strategies for Dads in Marietta: Protecting Your Fathers' Rights
A practical guide for fathers in Marietta on protecting their parental rights in child custody disputes — covering Georgia custody law, case preparation, and local resources.
Jan 28, 2026
Secure Your Child's Future: Fathers Rights Attorney Benefits
Why fathers in Georgia should hire a specialized fathers' rights attorney to protect their interests in child support, custody, paternity, and legitimation cases.
Jan 26, 2026
Know Your Divorce Rights: Essential Guide for Fathers
A comprehensive guide to fathers' legal rights during divorce in Georgia — covering custody, visitation, paternity, child support, and how to protect parental rights.
Jan 20, 2026
Georgia Father Awarded Sole Custody in Landmark Legitimation
Better Law won sole legal and physical custody for a Georgia father in an unprecedented emergency legitimation case.
Dec 22, 2025
How to File and Win Full Custody: A Complete Guide for Mothers and Fathers
A practical guide to filing for and winning full custody in Georgia, covering the court process, the evidence judges weigh, and the steps mothers and fathers can take to strengthen their case.
Nov 4, 2025
What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?
Legal custody covers decision-making authority while physical custody covers where a child lives — here is how the two differ and how Georgia courts decide each.
Apr 25, 2024
Can I Modify My Child Custody Arrangement Without Going To Court?
Informal custody tweaks are not enforceable in Georgia — here is why court approval matters and how to modify a custody order when circumstances change.
Mar 14, 2024
How Can a Father Get Full Custody of Their Child?
Georgia courts no longer favor mothers in custody — here are the strategies that help a father build a strong case for full custody of his child.
Nov 27, 2023
5 Factors That Affect Child Custody Decisions in Georgia
Georgia judges weigh the best interests of the child — these are five of the key factors that affect custody decisions, from a parent’s willingness to the stability of the home.
Nov 2, 2023
Georgia Child Custody Guide and FAQs
Answers to common Georgia child custody questions, from legal vs. physical custody to how courts decide a child's best interest.
Aug 15, 2023
Unfit Parents And Child Custody In Marietta, GA
An “unfit” parent finding is rare in Georgia and reserved for extreme cases — here are the factors Marietta courts weigh and how sole and emergency custody work.
Aug 9, 2023
Do I Have To Pay Child Support With 50-50 Custody in Marietta?
Even with 50-50 custody in Marietta, Georgia's income-shares formula means the higher-earning parent often still pays child support.
Jul 31, 2023