Divorce And Custody Guidance

Summary

In Georgia, child custody is based on the childs best interest, while child support follows state guidelines. Alimony considers marriage duration, financial conditions, and living standards. Given the complexity of your situation, involving emotional and physical abuse, mediation or legal advice can help structure a settlement outside of court. This approach aims to protect the children and ensure enforceability while minimizing conflict.

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I’m preparing to separate after a *-year marriage due to long-term emotional and physical abuse. I have * children and am the primary caregiver with minimal income. My husband earns ~$350K/year. I have audio of my son describing being choked, and an email from my husband admitting to another violent incident. I’m seeking primary custody with a step-up plan based on his therapeutic progress, full child support per Georgia guidelines, $6K–$7K/month alimony for *–7 years, and coverage of therapy and extracurricular costs for the kids. My goal is to settle outside of court to protect the children, while preserving strong legal protections. I want the agreement to feel “reasonable” to him to reduce resistance and avoid triggering his ego. I’m exploring how to best structure this for safety, support, and enforceability.
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I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Georgia, here are some legal points that might be useful:
- Child custody is determined based on the best interest of the child.
- Child support follows the Georgia Child Support Guidelines.
- Alimony considerations include duration of marriage, financial conditions, and standard of living.
Given the complexity, consider seeking advice from a mediator or legal advisor to explore options for settling outside of court.