Georgia Divorce Guide

Complete guide to divorce laws, costs, timeline, and process in Georgia
Updated for 2026 with state-specific AI predictions

6-12 months

Average Duration

$14,700

Average Cost

6 months

Residency Req.

30 days

Waiting Period

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Georgia Divorce Quick Facts

Property Division

Equitable Distribution

Grounds

Fault or no-fault

Alimony

Standard of living, duration, conduct, financial resources

Child Support

Income shares model

What Makes Georgia Divorce Unique

13 fault grounds available plus no-fault

30-day waiting period from filing

Equitable division of marital property

Alimony can be modified or terminated

Joint custody must be requested

Parenting plan required for children

Georgia Divorce Process Timeline

Week 1-2
Filing
Meet residency requirement (6 months), file petition, serve spouse
Month 1-3
Response & Discovery
Spouse responds, both parties exchange financial information and documents
Month 3-8
Negotiation
Settlement discussions, mediation if required, division of assets and debts
Month 9-12
Finalization
Court approval, waiting period (30 days), final decree entered

Find Georgia Divorce Professionals

Family Law Attorneys

150+

Mediators

45+

Divorce Coaches

60+

CDFAs

30+

Therapists

80+

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