Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

After over 20 yrs of dealing with a controlling, possessive husband who is an alcoholic, but quit and began AA when I confirmed I was having an affair, and subsequently stopped attending AA 3-4 months after he quit and hasn't drank to my knowledge, forgave me of the affair and ultimately agreed to an open marriage. I am no longer carrying on the affair but he has contested the divorce and wants full custody of our 12 yr old son and our house. I've been a stay at home mom since 2000. Does the fact that he agreed to an open marriage (have proof in writing) and forgave me of that affair override any sort of evidence he 'thinks' he has against me? What do I stand to win or lose?


Asked on 5/26/12, 3:42 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Once a party condones adultery, it ceases to be a ground for divorce. However your conduct sexually (just like his as an alcoholic) may have a bearing on the outcome of your case. It sounds like you already filed a divorce without counsel (HUGE mistake) and you immediately need legal counsel. Any delay in counsel could be very costly to your chances for custody, etc.

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Answered on 5/26/12, 5:56 pm
Cyrus Malekabadi Law Offices of Cyrus K. Malekabadi

You filed a lawsuit without the aid of a lawyer. Huge mistake #1. Huge mistake #2, asking for free legal advice about how to win your case (presumably, still without a lawyer) Huge mistake #3 whining and complaining about how rigged and unfair the legal system is.

Find representation and best of luck to you.

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Answered on 5/27/12, 9:52 am


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