On average, child custody lawyers cost between $1,200 and $4,500. The type of of dispute, a need for third-party experts, and the attorney selected all affect the total cost of legal fees.
Courts Superior courtsCourts. Superior courts handle most family law cases in Georgia. If you're seeking a divorce or separation, open your case with the superior court in your spouse's county of residence. For a legitimation case, which can include paternity (more below), file in the mother's county of residence.
Mental and Physical Well-Being of Parents Parents' mental well-being is of great concern to a judge in a child custody case. Psychological disorders, overwhelming stress, drug or alcohol abuse, and mental health crises can prevent a parent from acting in their child's best interests.
Both parents have equal rights to custody of a child born during a marriage. What if the mother and father are separated and one wants sole custody? That parent must go to court and get legal custody. The court awards custody to the parent it decides can best raise the child.