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When someone is facing divorce, the emotional stress is often matched by financial stress. Most family-law firms require large retainers and unpredictable hourly billing, which makes it difficult for many people to start the process. At Flat Fee Family Law.com, we’ve created a simple, transparent alternative with one-time flat fees—and now, for the first time, we offer financing through LawPay + Affirm so you can move forward without the burden of a large upfront payment. Why Financing a Divorce Is Sometimes Necessary Even when a flat fee is affordable overall, we understand that many Georgia families still need flexibility, divorce often brings sudden changes: • New housing or moving expenses • Adjusted child-care schedules • Reduced household income • Holiday or seasonal expenses • Unexpected bills or emergencies Having the option to finance your legal costs ensures: • Your case doesn’t get delayed • You can budget predictable monthly payments • You don’t have to choose between legal help and urgent expenses When you need to move quickly, financing can be the difference between starting now and waiting months. How Financing Through LawPay + Affirm Works LawPay is the gold standard for secure legal payments. Through their integration with Affirm, you can split your flat fee into manageable monthly payments — without hidden costs. What this means for you: • Apply in minutes • View monthly payment options instantly • No impact to your credit to check eligibility • Clear, transparent pricing • No surprises, no hidden fees This gives you the flexibility you need while keeping everything simple, safe, and predictable so we can get started on your case quickly and help resolve your family law matter sooner. Which Services Can Be Financed? Every flat-fee service we provide: • Uncontested Divorce — $2,000 • Contested Divorce — $3,500–$4,200 • Legitimation — $3,500–$4,200 • Trial Services — $2,500 Whether you're filing or responding, financing is available for all cases across Georgia. Why This Matters for Georgia Families Choosing financing for a Georgia family-law case offers benefits that go beyond affordability: 1. Faster Start to Your Case Courts follow strict timelines. The sooner you file, the sooner your case moves forward. Financing removes the delay of waiting to save for legal fees. 2. Avoiding Hourly Billing Surprises Georgia divorce representation can cost $10,000–$20,000+ at hourly firms. Your flat fee with Flat Fee Family Law.com, whether paid directly or financed, avoids: • Retainers • Refill retainers • Hourly overages • Surprise billing 3. Predictability During a Major Life Change Family transitions are chaotic enough—financing creates stability and a consistent monthly cost. 4. Fully Transparent Costs Unlike traditional law firms, everything you owe is known upfront. Financing simply spreads it into smaller pieces. Is Financing Right for You? Financing may be a good fit if: • You need to start your case quickly • You prefer predictable monthly payments • You’re balancing housing, childcare, medical, or holiday expenses • You want to avoid draining savings • You can pay in full but prefer not to disrupt your budget If affordability or timing has been a barrier, financing might be the easiest way to begin your case. Why Clients Trust Our Flat-Fee + Financing Model Clients often tell us our pricing seems “too good to be true.” But it isn’t. Because we work exclusively on flat fees, we offer: • Lower and more predictable pricing • Faster case processing • Simplified document intake • Zero hourly billing — ever • High transparency, no surprises Adding financing simply makes that predictability even more accessible. How to Get Started 1. Request an invoice 2. Click “Pay with LawPay” 3. Select Affirm 4. View your available payment options instantly 5. Choose the plan that works for you Your case begins immediately after payment. FAQs: Financing Your Georgia Divorce Can I finance my entire flat fee? Yes. Affirm allows you to pay the full amount over time with predictable monthly payments. Does financing change how my case is handled? No. Your representation, service level, and pricing stay exactly the same whether you pay upfront or use Affirm. Is there a credit check? Checking eligibility has no impact on your credit score. If you choose a payment plan, Affirm may report repayment depending on the plan. Can I still pay by credit card or ACH instead? Absolutely. Financing is optional—we still accept all major cards and ACH transfers. Do I have to call the firm to apply? No. Everything is handled securely through your online invoice link. Final Thoughts Divorce sucks. Paying for legal help shouldn’t make it harder. With flat fees and financing options now available, you can move forward confidently — and affordably — with a law firm built on transparency, fairness, and trust. Flat Fee Family Law.com Simple. Affordable. Trusted.

New Payment & Financing Options for Georgia Divorce Cases

Contested Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Legal Costs, Legitimation, Uncontested DivorceBy Mindi Dalton December 4, 2025

Facing divorce costs? Flat Fee Family Law offers predictable pricing and monthly financing options so you can start your case without financial stress.

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What Happens After You File an Uncontested Divorce in Georgia | Flat Fee Family Law.com

Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law November 17, 2025

Filing an uncontested divorce in Georgia is only the beginning. After your paperwork is submitted, the court reviews your documents, the 31-day waiting period begins, and a judge finalizes your decree—usually within 45–60 days. Flat Fee Family Law handles every step from filing to final judgment for one flat $2,000 fee.

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Contested Divorce in Georgia | $3,500 Flat Fee Representation – Flat Fee Family Law

Contested Divorce, Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Legal CostsBy Flat Fee Family Law November 7, 2025

Contested divorces in Georgia involve disagreements over custody, assets, or support. Learn the process, timeline, and how flat-fee legal help protects you.

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Uncontested Divorce in Georgia: 7 Mistakes That Turn Simple Cases Into Contested Ones

Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Legal Costs, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law October 31, 2025

Many Georgia divorces start uncontested but become contested due to avoidable errors. Learn the seven most common mistakes—paperwork, disclosures, parenting plans, and more—and how Flat Fee Family Law helps you finalize quickly for a predictable $2,000 flat fee.

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Uncontested Divorce in Georgia | $2,000 Flat Fee Attorney

Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Legal Costs, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law October 14, 2025

An uncontested divorce in Georgia offers a faster, more affordable, and less stressful way to end a marriage when both spouses agree on all major issues before filing. At FlatFeeFamilyLaw.com, we guide clients through this simplified process for a $2,000 flat fee — including all filing costs — so you can finalize your divorce in as little as 31–60 days without courtroom conflict or hourly billing surprises.

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Flat Fee Divorce vs Retainer Fees in Georgia

Contested Divorce, Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Full Case Divorce, Legal Costs, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law October 8, 2025

Learn the difference between flat-fee and retainer divorce costs in Georgia. Transparent pricing from FlatFeeFamilyLaw.com—no hourly surprises.

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How Long Does Divorce Take in Georgia?

Contested Divorce, Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Full Case Divorce, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law September 30, 2025

Learn how long does divorce take in Georgia. Compare uncontested vs contested timelines and see predictable flat-fee costs at FlatFeeFamilyLaw.com.

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Contested Divorce vs Uncontested Divorce in Georgia

Contested Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Parenting Plans, Uncontested DivorceBy Flat Fee Family Law September 25, 2025

Learn the difference between contested and uncontested divorce in Georgia, including costs, timelines, and how Flat Fee Family Law can guide you.

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Parenting Plans in Georgia | Custody & Family Law

Flat Fee Family Law, Georgia Child Custody, Georgia Child Support, Parenting PlansBy Flat Fee Family Law September 17, 2025

Learn Georgia parenting plan requirements. FlatFeeFamilyLaw.com helps mothers create custody plans with affordable flat-fee pricing.

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How Courts Decide Child Custody

Divorce, Flat Fee Family Law, Georgia Child Custody, Georgia Child Support, Legal CostsBy Flat Fee Family Law September 5, 2025

Georgia courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child. Learn the factors judges consider, types of custody, and why flat-fee matters.

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