Residency Requirement
At least one spouse must have been a Georgia resident for at least 6 months before filing.
Waiting Period
Georgia has a mandatory 30-day waiting period from the date the respondent is served.
Filing Fee
$200 - $250 (varies by county)
Property Rules (Equitable Distribution)
Georgia follows equitable distribution. Courts consider multiple factors to divide marital property fairly.
Child Support
Georgia uses an income shares model that considers both parents' incomes to calculate child support obligations.
Custody
Georgia courts consider the best interests of the child and may award sole or joint custody based on circumstances.
Required Court Forms
These are the standard forms required for an uncontested divorce in Georgia. Justice Divorce prepares all of these for you.
- Complaint for Divorce
- Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit
- Settlement Agreement
- Final Judgment and Decree
- Verification
Good to Know
Georgia allows for uncontested divorce with relatively straightforward procedures when both parties agree on all terms.