Military Divorce in Columbus
A Former Judge Advocate General Informs Your Divorce Strategy
Rob Poydasheff, Esq. served as a Judge Advocate General and understands the demands military life can place on a family. At Poydasheff & Sowers, LLC, we address the state and federal issues that can shape a divorce involving Fort Moore. We build each legal strategy around the client’s goals, family circumstances, and military obligations.
Deployment, relocation, and military compensation can affect where a case is filed and how it proceeds. We identify those issues early so clients can make informed decisions.
Call (706) 705-5777 to discuss your circumstances with our military divorce attorneys in Columbus.
Georgia Filing Rules for Military Families
Georgia generally requires at least one spouse to have been a bona fide resident of the state for the six months immediately before filing for divorce. Spouses can’t waive this jurisdictional requirement by agreement, and being stationed at Fort Moore doesn’t automatically establish eligibility to file.
Georgia also allows a person who has lived on a United States Army post or military reservation in the state for one year to file in a county adjacent to the installation. Because Fort Moore crosses a state border, the facts must establish jurisdiction under Georgia law.
We determine the appropriate filing jurisdiction when a spouse has recently relocated or is deployed, then account for protections that may affect the proceedings.
How the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Affects Your Case
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act is a federal law that protects service members whose duties interfere with participation in a civil court case. An active-duty service member may request a temporary stay if military service materially affects the ability to appear or prepare. When the statutory requirements are met, the court must grant an initial stay of at least 90 days.
A stay isn’t automatic, and it doesn’t decide child custody, support, or property division. State law still governs those issues. We assess how deployment or temporary relocation affects court participation and parenting arrangements.
Additional requirements apply before a court can enter a default judgment against an unresponsive service member. The filing party must address the spouse’s military status, and the court must appoint counsel when the Act requires it.
Hear From Our Happy Clients
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"I would highly recommend this firm."
Tim Sowers and Ashley were very helpful and informative with my legal case. They were able to answer any questions I had and were always available to help. I would definitely use them again.- Dane B. -
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Great firm with great staff! Tim Sowers was very helpful and knowledgeable. He handled my case and had it settled very quickly!- Victoria D. -
"Above and beyond service."
They went above and beyond to ensure progress and final conclusion to what otherwise would have resulted in additional cost and both parties not reaching mutual agreed results.- Daniel S. -
"I refer them to everyone I know!!! Great people."
Tim Sowers and his Assistant Ashley Sowers are the absolute best. Not only did they reach a settlement 3 days later but they did it all while the courts are even still closed.- Natasha C. -
"When you work with Rob you don't think you have someone on your side, you KNOW you have someone on your side."
Working with Rob Poydasheff was a great experience from start to finish. He truly listened to everything I had to say, answered all of my questions completely, and made sure all my concerns were addressed.- Natalie B. -
"Rob was thorough and efficient and obtained the best outcome for me in my divorce."
Working with Rob was a fantastic experience from beginning to end! He let me know immediately that I was his client and he would look out for my best interest at all times and he definitely did that.- Former Client
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