Practice Overview

• Divorce
• High-Asset Divorce
• Contested Divorce
• Military Divorce
• Bankruptcy and Divorce
• Alimony and Custody in a Military Divorce
• Property Division
• Spousal Support

Following a divorce or separation, ensuring that your children are financially provided for is important. It is equally important to have experienced legal representation at your side during this time.

• Domestic Violence
• Child Abuse

Legal separation is an alternate to divorce that couples may choose. The process of legal separation is much different than the divorce process in Georgia, so it is important you work with an attorney who is experienced in handling such matters.

Mediation is a process that is required in the state of Georgia for family law matters. It is a confidential process, led by a mediator, where parties involved in a dispute or legal issue will negotiate and strive to make an agreement outside of the courtroom.

• Child Custody and Visitation
• Fathers’ Rights
• Mothers’ Rights
• Grandparents’ Rights
• Parental Relocation & Move-Aways
• Paternity & Legitimation

• Modification of Court Orders
• Child Support Modifications
• Custody Modifications

While no couple gets married with the intention of separating, there are many circumstances in which couples choose to part ways. In the event of a divorce or legal separation, an agreement will be drafted that outlines property division, custody and other factors. If you have significant assets, a family-owned business or children from a prior marriage, it is a smart idea to have a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement.

Appeals involving family law matters require the attention and skill of an experienced attorney. Your lawyer must understand the appellate process in Georgia and have a proven track record representing clients facing legal issues that are similar to yours. At Baskin & Baskin, P.C., we offer this level of experience.

During these unusual times, a different action may be required to help your family weather financial challenges and ease monetary burdens. Whether you are facing an unexpected job loss, unexpected medical illness that resulted in extraordinary medical debt, foreclosure, wage garnishment, judgment or liens on your personal property, a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan might give you the peace of mind to handle the most difficult financial matters.

The decisions to appoint someone to manage your estate, transfer real or personal property to the person(s) of your choice and name the person(s) you desire to serve as guardian over minors in your absence or establishing guardianship of an incapacitated adult all require careful planning and the assistance of trusted attorneys.

The practice area of Juvenile Law encompasses everything from parents defending their rights to retain custody of their children, currently known as Dependency Actions, to minors facing criminal charges.

A Misdemeanor is any crime punishable by a fine no more than one thousand dollars or imprisonment in a county jail or correctional institution for no more than twelve months or a combination of both.