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Practice Areas
Child Custody
Child Support
Divorce
Wills and Probate
About This Law Firm
Attorney Julie Ernst-Fortin provides flat fee uncontested divorce,
divorce mediation, child support worksheets, parenting plans,
prenuptial agreements, wills, trusts, living wills, powers of attorney,
will probate, estate administration, QDROs, guardian ad litem,
adoption and other services.
Serving clients throughout Georgia, our office strives to meet your
needs on your terms. Many of our clients wish to obtain advice and
view paperwork via phone, fax or email to avoid taking time off to
come in to the office. Whether you prefer face-to-face meetings, or
the speed made possible by the Internet, we want to meet your
needs and preferences. We believe in customer service and will do
our best to make a difficult legal situation easier. Credit and debit
cards are welcome. Call (770) 613-9524, or send an email through
our Contact Us page to discuss your situation.
Uncontested Divorce
Divorce can be an emotional time for everyone involved. Many
couples prefer to end their marriage with an uncontested divorce or
divorce mediation. "Uncontested" means the couple can agree on
all issues, for example, where children will live, how to divide assets
and debts, and whether child support or alimony will be paid. An
uncontested divorce can be filed quickly and economically, saving
years in the court system and thousands in attorney's fees.
When a couple already agrees on how to end their marriage, the
Law Office of Julie Ernst-Fortin, PC prepares the necessary
paperwork, including required parenting plans and child support
worksheets. We give the guidance needed to get divorced with as
little stress and expense as possible. We understand that many
divorcing couples start with financial troubles. Moving from one
household to two creates further strain. An uncontested divorce
can be the quickest, easiest and least expensive way to part so
everyone can move on with their lives. For economical flat fee
uncontested divorce quote, visit our Uncontested Divorce page. Call
(770) 613-9524, or email us through our Contact Us page to
discuss your situation with an attorney.
Divorce Mediation
For couples who do not already agree on all issues, divorce
mediation is one way couples can work out their differences so an
uncontested divorce may be filed. Mediation works so well, with
over 80 percent of couples reaching agreement, that most courts
require couples try mediation before a judge will listen to the case.
Julie Ernst-Fortin assists husband and wife in reaching an
agreement that works for their individual situation. To learn more,
see our divorce mediation page.
Adoption
Making a lifelong commitment to a child through adoption may be
the greatest gift a person can give. How exciting for a couple unable
to have children to adopt an infant or young child and finally realize
the dream of becoming parents. Stepparents may wish to adopt a
spouse's child to complete the family unit. Grandparents or other
family members may adopt children when biological parents are
unable to care for them. Whatever your situation, The Law Office of
Julie Ernst-Fortin, PC can prepare the necessary documents and
help you through the process. If all parties agree, paperwork can be
submitted to the court in a matter of days. Visit our Adoption page
for more information, or Contact Us for fees specific to your situation.
Prenuptial Agreements
Before marriage, prenuptial agreements plan how couples will
resolve issues should marriage end in divorce or death. This is
especially important for those coming into a marriage with children
or property. It allows each spouse to plan for their future by
protecting assets, and may avoid expensive litigation later. The Law
Office of Julie Ernst-Fortin, PC can help determine your options and
best interests.
QDROs
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a court order used
in divorce proceedings that allow couples to divide retirement
assets without incurring taxes and penalties. For example, if one
spouse has a 401k, a QDRO allows some of the 401k funds to be
moved into the spouse's retirement account without anyone
incurring taxes or penalties. It allows the nonworking spouse
access to retirement assets and maintain their preferred tax status.
Call (770) 613-9524 or go to Contact Us to request information
specific to your situation.
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