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Katherine A. Gonos

Military Divorce Services For Georgia’s Service Families

Going through a divorce is difficult. When you or your spouse is in the military, the process can be even more complex. You will need a lawyer who understands the unique challenges of military divorce.

Katherine A. Gonos, Attorney at Law, has helped people in Valdosta, Georgia, with family law issues since 2006. With over 30 years of experience, she provides personalized attention to each client. As an accomplished trial attorney, she is ready to advocate for you assertively. Unlike other firms, she focuses on minimizing fees while delivering exceptional service.

Understanding The Military Divorce Process

Military divorce cases have some special rules that differ from civilian divorces. For instance, residency requirements are different: For a military divorce in Georgia, the service member or their spouse must be stationed in Georgia. They can also be a legal resident of the state. In most civilian divorces, only one party needs to meet the state’s residency requirement.

Under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), military members receive protection from default judgments. Active-duty servicemembers may postpone the divorce proceedings for up to 60 days after active duty. Military personnel have the opportunity to get free legal help through military legal assistance offices.

Personalized Guidance Through Military Divorce Issues

Military divorces involve complex issues that require careful attention. Katherine A. Gonos offers a range of services tailored to military divorces. These include:

  • Division of retirement benefits: The Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) determines how to divide military retirement benefits in a divorce. Katherine protects your financial rights and seeks a fair division of benefits.
  • Child support and alimony: Military members’ pay structure, including basic pay and Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), affects child support and alimony payments. The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) may withhold up to 60% of a servicemember’s pay for these orders. Katherine can help you enforce orders and protect your financial stability.
  • Child custody and visitation: Military duties can impact custody and visitation schedules. Deployments and relocations can complicate these arrangements. This requires flexible parenting plans, which Katherine can create.

Katherine understands military divorce law inside and out. Because she has handled so many family law cases, she knows how to protect your rights and help you reach a fair resolution.

Reach Out To A Military Divorce Attorney Today

Get the personalized attention you deserve during a challenging military divorce. Contact Katherine’s Valdosta law office today at 229-269-4923 or send her an email to schedule a consultation. Hablamos español.