Small Businesses The laws that manage and regulate small business and companies are immense and numerous. These laws and regulations are also difficult to interpret because they are written in legalese rather than plain english. Kan Clark LLP can help you get on the right track with your business or company by interpreting the law and counseling you to help your business achieve success. Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
PRACTICES
Business Law
Corporate Finance At Kan Clark LLP, our corporate attorneys have experience representing issuers, investment banks, lenders, borrowers and other parties in connection with a wide variety of corporate finance transactions. These transactions include:
- Private placements of securities
- Debt financings
- Venture capital financings
- Asset securitizations
- Merger and acquisition financing
- Management and leveraged buy-outs
- Spin-offs, restructurings and recapitalizations
- Reorganizations
For a free initial consultation on your corporate finance needs, contact us today. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Business Formation Our business attorneys can assist you with the planning and formation of new business entities to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks to you and your business. We identify, manage and solve a wide variety of legal issues that apply to the formation of new business entities, including issues related to choice of entity, corporate governance, regulatory licenses, employee benefits, executive compensation, information technology, intellectual property and tax matters. Because there are so many legal technicalities to deal with when forming a business, we recommend that our clients focus on their entrepreneurship and let us focus on the legal aspects of business formation. Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Business Dissolution If it becomes necessary for your business to dissolve, our business attorneys at Kan Clark LLP can advise you on your best course of action. Our goal is to maximize the potential benefits and minimize the potential risks to you when dissolving your business. Whether the business dissolution requires a sale, a division of assets or liquidation, our business attorneys are here to help you through all aspects of your business dissolution. Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Mergers and Acquisitions As part of our full service business practice, Kan Clark LLP represents our clients in connection with mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, spin-offs and leveraged buy-outs. We also can assist our clients in entering into joint ventures and other types of corporate partnering activities with domestic and international businesses.As every business acquisition is different, we utilize various resources to draw on the appropriate skills, knowledge, and experience to efficiently handle the transaction. We also help clients evaluate prospective strategic partners through due diligence investigations and ensure that relationships are established with careful attention to compliance with applicable laws. Whatever your business’s needs are, our business law attorneys are here to help. Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Contracts Our full-service business law practice includes drafting, negotiating and closing contracts for our clients. We understand the need for our business clients to be confident in the contracts they enter into. Specifically, we handle the following contracts for our clients from negotiation through closing:
- Operating agreements
- Shareholder agreements
- Employment and severance agreements
- Agreements relating to confidentiality
- Non-compete agreements
- Non-solicitation agreements
- Internet and technology related agreements
- Vendor agreements
- Leases
- Contacts relating to the purchase or sale of a business
- Asset purchases or sales
Contracts are the foundation of any business. From operating agreements and employment contracts to leases and vendor contracts, your business will assume certain obligations and liabilities during the course of its operation. Depending on your business, your relationships with clients may also be defined by contracts. Without the legal expertise to negotiate and draft contracts, your business could end up with obligations it cannot fulfill or liabilities it cannot pay. Knowing what those obligations and liabilities are is critical to the success of your business. At Kan Clark LLP our business law attorneys are here to protect the interests of your business. Contact us today for a free consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Outside General Counsel Businesses unable to afford the expensive cost of hiring full-time corporate counsel often have no option but to pay high hourly rates to address routine legal matters that arise in their business. We can assist large and small corporate clients who want to avoid the pitfalls of handling routine corporate and legal issues themselves without incurring the high overhead of large law firms or hiring a full-time general counsel.With extensive corporate experience, we provide the skills and resources a comprehensive full-time corporate counsel at an affordable price. We take the time to assess our client’s real goals and efficiently and reliably assist them in executing their plan to achieve such goals. We accomplish this by being involved on all aspects of business development, operations, tactical planning and dispute resolution, including the confusing issues:
- Corporate formalities – corporate minutes, directors meetings, shareholders meetings, corporate governance, share issuance, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements, risk management, and other requirements for ongoing business operation.
- Employment issues – negotiating employment agreements, severance agreements, termination process, immigration compliance, and other employment issues.
- Contract negotiation – reviewing and negotiating routine vendor and customer agreements.
- Dispute Resolution – mediation / arbitration, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), trials and appeals at all levels of the state & Federal courts.
Running a business is tough enough without being distracted by the various legal issues that arise in day-to-day operations. Let us provide you with the resources to deal with the complicated issues that arise while doing business. We tailor our arrangements so it is most beneficial for the client’s business giving each client easy access to an experienced lawyer who will serve as an integral member of the management team.
Navigating the hazardous waters of business operations and government regulations can be dangerous without skilled, confident representation. We invite you to contact our office today for a review of their ongoing business & legal needs. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Outside General Counsel Businesses unable to afford the expensive cost of hiring full-time corporate counsel often have no option but to pay high hourly rates to address routine legal matters that arise in their business. We can assist large and small corporate clients who want to avoid the pitfalls of handling routine corporate and legal issues themselves without incurring the high overhead of large law firms or hiring a full-time general counsel.With extensive corporate experience, we provide the skills and resources a comprehensive full-time corporate counsel at an affordable price. We take the time to assess our client’s real goals and efficiently and reliably assist them in executing their plan to achieve such goals. We accomplish this by being involved on all aspects of business development, operations, tactical planning and dispute resolution, including the confusing issues:
- Corporate formalities – corporate minutes, directors meetings, shareholders meetings, corporate governance, share issuance, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements, risk management, and other requirements for ongoing business operation.
- Employment issues – negotiating employment agreements, severance agreements, termination process, immigration compliance, and other employment issues.
- Contract negotiation – reviewing and negotiating routine vendor and customer agreements.
- Dispute Resolution – mediation / arbitration, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), trials and appeals at all levels of the state & Federal courts.
Running a business is tough enough without being distracted by the various legal issues that arise in day-to-day operations. Let us provide you with the resources to deal with the complicated issues that arise while doing business. We tailor our arrangements so it is most beneficial for the client’s business giving each client easy access to an experienced lawyer who will serve as an integral member of the management team.
Navigating the hazardous waters of business operations and government regulations can be dangerous without skilled, confident representation. We invite you to contact our office today for a review of their ongoing business & legal needs. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
BUSINESS LITIGATION
Businesses — large or small – when dealing with difficult litigation issues need to have attorneys who are not only effective and cost-efficient but most importantly trusted and experienced. At Kan Clark LLP, our attorneys understand the difficulties that our business clients face, and that is why we take a collaborative approach by partnering with our business clients to deliver quality, cost-efficient, and personally-tailored representation by truly understanding our client’s goals and also offering flexible fee arrangements.
Our Atlanta business litigation attorneys have a strong record of success representing business clients in complex and high-dollar cases. Our business litigation attorneys have a track-record of success both in and out of the courtroom. If you or your business is faced with a difficult legal matter, count on our knowledgeable and experienced business litigation attorneys to help you achieve your goals.
Whether it is a dispute regarding an employment contract, a vendor contract, corporate governance, fraud or the dissolution of your business, Kan & Clark has the experience necessary to efficiently handle any business litigation matter. Specifically, our business litigation practice includes:
- Contract disputes — Regardless of the complexity of the contract, we have experience both defending and prosecuting difficult contract disputes.
- Buy-sell agreements — If a prospective buyer or seller refuses to honor the sale or purchase of a company, or misrepresents a material term in the purchase or sell of the company, count on our experienced business lawyers to protect your company or assets.
- Employment contracts
- Non-competition agreements
- Non-solicitation agreements
- Fraud — If you believe that your business has been defrauded or that your assets have been misappropriated, our experienced business lawyers can help you recover these assets
- Corporate governance
- Business dissolution — If you or your business partner(s) are unable to effectively manage the business, sometimes the only choice is to dissolve the company. In such cases, many complex issues such as unpaid liabilities, contingent liabilities, return of capital contributions and loans to the company usually arise. You need an experienced business litigation attorney to ensure you fully understand the ramifications of the dissolution and to protect your rights.
- Partnership or Shareholder disputes –If you have been wronged by a business partner, joint venturer, trustee, administrator, advisor or other party, then we may be able to help.
In many cases, we can work on a contingency basis eliminating the burden of high hourly rates and monthly bills. In addition to assisting our business clients with disputes, we also offer a full range of services pertinent to running a business successfully. Click here for information about more of our services for business. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
PERSONAL INJURY
When you or a loved one have been injured because of someone’s negligent or intentional conduct, the last thing you want to do is have to fight with the person who injured you or their insurance company to get compensated for your injuries. Whether it involves dealing with an insurance company for a truck or automobile accident or dealing directly with the person who injured you, Kan & Clark is here to help. We fight hard to ensure that our personal injury clients get the compensation they deserve. Whether your personal injury case is simple or complex, we have the tools to ensure that you are compensated fully for your loss.When you or a loved one has been injured by someone’s negligent or intentional conduct, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible. Personal injury cases can come from a variety of sources and commonly include slip and fall, medical malpractice, automobile or truck accidents, assaults and battery and product liability. Some people flinch at the idea of having to file a personal injury lawsuit, but the personal injury laws in Georgia, also known as tort law, are designed so that people who are injured by the conduct of another are compensated for their loss.
When you or a loved one have been injured because of someone’s negligent or intentional conduct, the last thing you want to do is have to fight with the person who injured you or their insurance company to get compensated for your injuries. Whether it involves dealing with an insurance company for a truck or automobile accident or dealing directly with the person who injured you, Kan & Clark is here to help. We fight hard to ensure that our personal injury clients get the compensation they deserve. Whether your personal injury case is simple or complex, we have the tools to ensure that you are compensated fully for your loss.When you or a loved one has been injured by someone’s negligent or intentional conduct, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible. Personal injury cases can come from a variety of sources and commonly include slip and fall, medical malpractice, automobile or truck accidents, assaults and battery and product liability. Some people flinch at the idea of having to file a personal injury lawsuit, but the personal injury laws in Georgia, also known as tort law, are designed so that people who are injured by the conduct of another are compensated for their loss.
Georgia personal injury laws generally require that a successful personal injury case have the following elements: a duty, a breach of that duty, causation and loss. Contrary to some people’s beliefs, there is nothing innately litigious about these laws. If you have been hurt, you likely have medical bills that need to be paid and lost wages due to the time you had to be away from work, and you should be compensated for these expenses. In some cases, your loss may be even more serious. You may have lost a loved one due to the conduct of another. However great your loss, the attorneys at Kan Clark are here to help guide you through this difficult and challenging time. Contact us today for a free consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy The three most commonly filed bankruptcies are chapter 7, chapter 13 and chapter 11. The most powerful rule in bankruptcy is the Automatic Stay which goes into effect immediately upon filing a case with the court. The Automatic Stay prohibits creditor harassment, wage garnishment, law suits, foreclosures and repossessions upon filing. However, exceptions to the Stay exist for certain repeat filers.Ch. 7 Bankruptcy Common Questions A Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides for liquidation of assets to be distributed to creditors. The court appointed representative of the estate, otherwise known as the Trustee is designated to each Chapter 7 case upon filing the petition with the court. The Trustee liquidates the Debtor(s) non-exempt property to cash and distributes the proceeds to creditors according to the Code’s rules. In many cases, the Chapter 7 case will be a “No Asset” case and creditors will not receive anything after the debtor(s) exemptions. Pending no objections to dischargeability from creditors, the debtor(s) is discharged from liability for most unsecured debts. Certain debts are non-dischargeable such as:
- Debts for most taxes
- Debts incurred to pay nondischargeable taxes
- Student loan debt
- Domestic support obligations
- Debts for most fines, penalties, forfeitures or criminal obligations
- Debts for personal injuries or death caused by the debtor’s operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated
- Debts which are not properly listed by the debtor
- Debts for which the debtor has given up the discharge protection by signing a reaffirmation agreement in compliance with the Bankruptcy Code
- Debts owed to certain retirement plans
- Debts that the bankruptcy court has ruled in this case are not discharged
A Chapter 7 “No Asset” bankruptcy generally takes about 90 days to complete. Once the case is filed, the court will generate a 341 Meeting of Creditors date to take place approximately 30 days from the file date. This is a mandatory meeting that is overseen by the Trustee. The creditors also have the opportunity to appear and inquire about debt incurred. The debtor(s) must then take the Financial Management Course or post-bankruptcy class within 45 days of the 341 meeting. The course is required for discharge and if not timely filed, the case will be closed without a discharge. If the Trustee determines the case to be a “No Asset” case, a Report of No Distribution will be filed. Once the deadline for objection to dischargeability has expired, the court will issue an Order of discharge and final decree. The case is then closed. If you are facing a situation where you think bankruptcy is an option, contact us immediately for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy A chapter 13 bankruptcy is a court approved payment plan that allows a debtor to retain their property, and pay back all or a portion of their debts over a period of time. Under Chapter 13, debtors propose a plan to make monthly installment payments to creditors over a period of three to five years.
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is also known as the wage earner’s plan since it enables individuals with regular income to develop a plan for repaying at least a percentage of their debts. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy is most appropriate for a debtor with income but does not have the ability to pay all of their debts in full. The repayment period depends on the debtor’s average income.
Generally, payments under the plan are lower than what the debtor would pay without the bankruptcy process. Contrary to what you may have heard, you do not need to be unemployed to file for bankruptcy. Particularly in the case of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, a debtor must have income to be eligible. You may have also heard that filing under Chapter 13 requires a debtor to repay all debts in full. This is generally not the case.
Although there are certain debts which must be paid in full, unsecured debts are rarely fully paid. Additionally, filing for bankruptcy under any chapter, including Chapter 13, does not permanently ruin your credit, nor does it permanently deny you the ability to obtain credit in the future. Some people are able to obtain credit while in their Chapter 13 plan. Indeed, after the Chapter 13 plan has run its course, many credit card companies who were unsecured creditors in the plan, invite the debtor to apply for credit cards. Most importantly, it is important to bear in mind that filing for bankruptcy, including one under Chapter 13, does not imply a personal failure of the debtor.
Most people file for bankruptcy because circumstances that they cannot control have caused their debts to become unmanageable. Remember, bankruptcy is a legal process and an individual right under federal law.As mentioned above, an individual must have income to file for bankruptcy under Chapter 13. Additionally, under current law, unsecured debts of the debtor must be less than $336,900.00; and secured debts less than $1,010,650.00.
There are also certain conditions prohibiting a debtor from filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy if a previous petition had recently been dismissed. If the debtor is eligible to file for bankruptcy under Chapter 13, they must first attend a credit counseling course by an approved agency before filing the bankruptcy petition with the bankruptcy court. Once the petition is filed, an impartial trustee is appointed to administer the case.
As soon as the bankruptcy petition is filed, a procedure known as an automatic stay goes into effect. This immediately stops collection efforts against the debtor, the debtor’s property, and in the case of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy also applies to collection actions against third parties for consumer debts. The court gives notice to all creditors that a bankruptcy has been filed, and twenty to fifty days after filing the trustee will hold a meeting of creditors.
At this meeting, the trustee and creditors inquire about the debtor’s financial affairs and the debtor’s proposed plan for repayment. No later than forty-five days after the meeting of creditors, there is a hearing before a Judge to confirm the proposed plan. If the plan is confirmed, the trustee will start distributing funds pursuant to the plan; if it is not confirmed, then the plan is modified, or the debtor may have the option of converting their bankruptcy to one under Chapter 7 of the bankruptcy code.
If you are facing a situation where you think bankruptcy is an option, contact us immediately for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy is designed for businesses and high net assets cases. The goal of a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy is to help the debtor “reorganize” their debt to keep the business operational or to keep the personal assets intact. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy is not a guarantee of success but rather an opportunity for the business or individual to try negotiate the orderly repayment of their debts.
An individual Chapter 11 Bankruptcy usually falls into two categories. An individual who has just enough assets to disqualify them from a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy may convert that case to a regular Chapter 11 filing. A “mini” Chapter 11 bankruptcy is best described as a Debtor who owns an asset (usually a house) that exceeds the Chapter 13 secured debt limit of $1,010,650.00 or the unsecured debt limit of $336,900.00.
The high debt prevents a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy plan approval, so the debtor must file for a Chapter 11 even though their overall goal of a payment plan is similar to the Chapter 13. In a regular Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, the Debtor uses the reprieve from creditors to reorganize their debts into a healthier and reasonable payment plan.
It is best to consult with an attorney to see if your situation requires a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. In a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, it is difficult to predict precisely how long it may take to get because of the complexity of formulating the reorganization plan. The reorganization plan needs to be accepted by all the creditors as well as the trustee before it gets implemented. Depending the size and the complexity of the bankruptcy and the assets involved, debtors may come out of the bankruptcy within a few months, or it may take several years. The reason for the time discrepancies is because, at first, debtors have the exclusive right of proposing a plan within 120 days of the filing.
After a certain amount of time, the creditors are then allowed to propose their plans for reorganization. The reorganization plan, whatever is chosen, needs to be confirmed by the bankruptcy court. The creditors then need to vote and approve the plan. If the plan is confirmed, then the debtor follows the repayment plan until the debt is completely paid.
If the plan is not confirmed then the court looks to other options for the debtor. Some options include converting the Chapter 11 into a Chapter 7 and liquidating the assets. Or in some cases, dismissing the case, and returning the debtor back to whatever their status was before the bankruptcy.
Therefore, the timeline is definitely different with each case depending on the assets involved and the difficulty. If you are facing a situation where you think bankruptcy is an option, contact us immediately for a free initial consultation. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
WILLS & ESTATES
At Kan Clark LLP our attorneys understand your desire to protect your loved ones in the event of your death or incapacitation. Many people think of wills and estate planning as something only wealthy people worry about, but even those without many assets need to protect their loved ones in the event something unfortunate were to happen to them. Having a will can provide peace of mind and predictability in the event of your death. In addition to distributing any assets you may have, wills can be designed to appoint a guardian for your minor children in the event of your death, create a trust or appoint an executor to take care of your remaining business. Without a will, your assets and your children will be at the mercy of a court over which you will have no say. Particularly for non-traditional families, a will can provide you the opportunity to protect your loved ones ahead of time, rather than being at the mercy of a court later.
A power of attorney or a living will can also provide some predictability if you were to become incapacitated. While you are of sound mind, you can appoint someone you trust to make the tough decisions for you when you are no longer able to make those decisions for yourself. A power of attorney can be as broad or limited as you want it to be. There are specific medical powers of attorney that appoint someone to act on your behalf during a medical crisis.
Unfortunately, death is a fact of life and no one can predict when it will occur. Wills and estate planning is the best way to protect your loved ones once you are gone. Contact us today for a free initial consultation to discuss your needs. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Family Law
Uncontested With Minor Children An uncontested divorce in Georgia is a divorce in which the parties have resolved all issues of the marriage. This can be done through a settlement agreement that lays out the resolution of all issues of the marriage. When there are minor children involved, it is often more difficult for the parties to come to an agreement because there are simply more issues involved. Custody of the children, visitation and child support are issues in every divorce involving children.An uncontested divorce with minor children in Georgia requires the parties to work out a settlement agreement resolving all issues of the marriage, submit a Child Support Worksheet showing that there is no contest over the amount of child support to be paid and the parties must submit a Georgia Parenting Plan agreeing to issues of visitation and custody. Issues regarding minor children are often hotly contested. However, obtaining an uncontested divorce with minor children is possible and often works out better for all parties involved. An uncontested divorce is less of a drain on the family’s financial resources and takes less time than a contested divorce. Also, if parents can agree on the issues regarding their children, there will likely be less hostility between the parents and the interests of the children are better served.
If you are going through or anticipate a divorce with minor children at stake, contact one of our experienced divorce attorneys at Kan Clark LLP to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Uncontested Divorce Without Minor Children An uncontested divorce in Georgia is a divorce in which there are no remaining issues to be decided by a court. This means that the parties have reached a settlement agreement resolving all of the issues of their marriage. Issues of a marriage without minor children can include things like joint marital property, joint marital debt and alimony. An uncontested divorce is a desirable option to many because it is less costly, less time consuming and allows the parties to more easily move on with their lives. If done properly, it is possible to finalize an uncontested divorce as soon as thirty-one days after service of the complaint. Contact one of our divorce lawyers at Kan Clark LLP to get started.
Contested Divorce A contested divorce is one in which the parties cannot come to an agreement resolving all of the issues of their marriage. If there is any issue upon which the parties cannot agree, the divorce is considered contested. Contested, in this sense, does not mean that one party does not want a divorce—under Georgia divorce law, it is of no consequence whether a party in a divorce action wants a divorce. Contested simply means there is a dispute over how the issues of the marriage should be resolved. If you are facing or anticipate a divorce, contact us at Kan Clark LLP. We will fight hard to protect your interests.
Separation If you and your spouse have separated, but are not ready to divorce, you can obtain a legal separation in an action for separate maintenance in Georgia. A legal separation in Georgia allows the parties to address many of the issues that would be addressed in a Georgia divorce. So, issues such as Georgia child support, Georgia alimony, custody of children in Georgia and division of property in Georgia can be resolved in an action for separate maintenance in Georgia. Separate maintenance can be beneficial for both spouses because each will know what his or her rights and obligations are during the separation. If the parties later decide to get back together, the decree of separate maintenance is automatically extinguished. If the parties later decide to divorce, they will likely have many issues already resolved, making the divorce an easier and less contentious process. Contact us at Kan Clark LLP to see if a legal separation fits your needs. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements A Georgia prenuptial agreement is a contract entered into between two adults who intend to marry that sets out the rights and responsibilities of the parties in the event of a divorce. A postnuptial agreement is essentially the same as a prenuptial agreement except it is signed during the marriage. It is important to consult an attorney familiar with these agreements because there can be issues of enforceability in Georgia if the prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is not drafted properly. Also, an attorney will be able to advise you how best to protect your rights in the context of one of these agreements. Contact us at Kan Clark LLP today to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Domestic Partnership Agreements Unfortunately, it is not possible for same-sex couples to marry in the State of Georgia and enjoy all the benefits and legal protections that come with marriage. Nevertheless, same-sex couples are affected by the same problems as traditional couples. Luckily, there are ways to protect you and your loved ones in the event that your relationship ends. While nobody likes to anticipate the break-up of a relationship, it is particularly important for same-sex couples to be prepared because of the lack of legal protections afforded to traditional couples. There are a variety of tools our attorneys can use to protect you and your loved ones. Contact us today at Kan & Clark,LLP to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Modifiation of Child Support, Child Custody and Alimony Modification of child support, custody and alimony are all possible if there has been a substantial change in circumstances. For child support, that can mean a change in income for either parent or a change in the needs of the child. Similarly, for alimony modification in Georgia, a change of circumstances can be a change of income of either party. Alimony can also be modified under Georgia’s Live-in Lover Law. Child custody can be modified if there has been a substantial change in circumstances and the modification would be in the best interest of the child. If you are facing any of these issues, our attorneys at Kan Clark LLP can help. Contact us today to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Legitimation and Paternity If your child was born out of wedlock, there are legal steps you can take to make your relationship with your child legitimate in the eyes of Georgia law. Legitimating your child is vital because it allows you, the father, to make decisions affecting your child that you would not be allowed to do without going this process. For example, in the unfortunate event that your child and the child’s mother are both injured in an accident and the mother is unable to make medical decisions relating to the child’s care, you as the father do not have the legal right to make decisions relating to such care. Contact us today to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Grandparents and Third Party Custody and Visitation Though Georgia law generally favors custody of children to be with the natural parents, there are situations where a grandparent or other third party may fight for custody rights. There are also situations where grandparents or other third parties may fight for visitation rights. If you are faced with any of these situations, our attorneys at Kan Clark LLP can help. Contact us today to get started. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Post-Divorce Issues Even though your divorce may be finalized, there may be subsequent issues that arise such as contempt or modification of the final divorce decree. Our attorneys at Kan Clark LLP can help. Contact us today. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.
Adoption For many people, adoption is the best choice when deciding to grow a family. However, the requirements for an adoption to be recognized as legal can be quite technical and complex. The Atlanta adoption attorneys at Kan Clark LLP are prepared to guide you through the adoption process.
Our adoption practice includes:
- Agency Adoptions
- Foreign Adoptions
- Step Parent Adoptions
- Third Party Adoptions
- Same-Sex Couple Adoptions
- Relative Adoptions
Our adoption attorneys know how important this process is to your family and we are here to help. Contact us today to start the growth of your family. We serve the Atlanta area as well as the surrounding metro counties, including Cobb, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Fulton.