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Kevin Tallant has been named a “Rising Star” in Estate & Trust Litigation by Georgia Super Lawyers.
3 Things Every Georgia Driver Should Know about DUI
When you are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you may be taken by surprise. If you are driving in a manner that leads a law enforcement officer to stop you, chances are you aren’t aware that you are doing anything wrong, whether or not you ultimately are shown to be over the legal […]
Answering Questions about Child Visitation
During most divorces, child custody and visitation are primary concerns for both parents. Family law requires the courts to make decisions about visitation that are in the best interests of the children. To protect your rights to child custody and visitation near Cumming, hire an experienced family law attorney to handle your case. Here are the answers […]
A Closer Look at How Georgia’s Parole Process Works
One of the first inquiries that anyone who has been convicted of a felony offense here in Georgia has after being sentenced to prison is how long they will have to stay behind bars. While there is, of course, no definitive answer to this question given that the circumstances of every criminal case are different, […]
What Are the Core Elements of a Comprehensive Estate Plan?
Chances are pretty good that you’ve been told on more than one occasion by a friend or family member that you need to have an estate plan in place. Chances are also pretty good that you already know that having an estate plan in place can help ensure that your wishes are honored and that […]
Some Convictions Are Tough to Live Down
The potential to receive a sentence involving jail time, a heavy fine or both is something that weighs upon the minds of most people who are charged with a criminal offense. And while these penalties are meant to be serious, in an attempt to prevent the offenses in the first place, there are some crimes […]
What Is Joint Custody?
Child custody is one of the biggest issues that will be decided in your divorce decree. If you are awarded joint custody in Cumming, you will share custody with your ex, including visitation rights and decision-making responsibilities. This video explains more. Joint custody can refer to physical and legal custody, or one or the other. In […]
Outcry over Georgia’s Controversial Business Bill Grows Louder
Last month, our blog spent some time discussing how Georgia was making headlines across the nation over a controversial piece of legislation — House Bill 757 — that its sponsors claim is designed to provide “religious freedom” to business owners in the state. In recent developments, a revised version of HB 757 was passed by state […]
Georgia Juvenile Justice Reforms Lead to Positive Results
State governments are often under pressure to cut costs, even if it means marginalizing some people or groups who depend on state-funded services to get by or to make a positive change in their lives. However, what is sometimes overlooked is that by making investments up front, there may increased cost savings down the line, […]
What to Expect from a Divorce
Going through a divorce can be emotional, confusing, and overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect during the process. Whether you’re facing a contested divorce or uncontested divorce near Cumming, hiring a lawyer should be your first step. Your lawyer can help you navigate the process of obtaining your divorce decree as you make […]