Divorce and Family Law for Professional Baseball Players

The Atlanta law firm of Edwards & Associates has represented professional athletes and their spouses in contested divorce and custody matters. Our lawyers are knowledgeable about the unique issues regarding property division, custody and visitation of children, and calculation of child support.

We can advise Major League Baseball players or wives of MLB players who are considering divorce. We are familiar with the legal and financial issues in high-profile divorces, as well as the need for privacy and discretion.

Atlanta Divorce Attorney for MLB Players

We have the experience in high-asset divorce to represent MLB players, including up-and-coming prospects who are waiting for a call-up from the minors. A major league career can be very lucrative, with average salaries around $3 million and an average MLB career of more than five years. With signing bonuses and guaranteed contracts, it's certainly a good living.

We also understand the realities of baseball — the wear and tear of 162 games in 180 days (not including spring training or the playoffs), the long trips away from the wife and kids, and living life in the media fishbowl. Some marriages just aren't built for that life.

When the marriage has broken down to the point of divorce, Edwards & Associates can represent either party (the ballplayer or the spouse) in contested proceedings. We handle the special issues for baseball players and their families:

• Property division and alimony
• Division of MLB pensions
• Child custody and visitation
• Determination of child support
• Paternity suits

We examine all sources of income and the relevant aspects of the player contracts in the negotiation or litigation of the property settlement, custody arrangement, child support and spousal support. Is there a prenuptial agreement? Were there extramarital affairs? What are the player's long-term prospects on the baseball field and after pro sports? Does the player have assets or accounts in another country?

Our firm has a strong reputation in the area of father's rights. We fight to protect our client's interests and to make sure that baseball players get a fair shake in the custody and visitation arrangements, including provisions for the realities of extensive travel.

A Background in High-Profile Divorce Litigation

The attorneys of Edwards & Associates are accustomed to divorces involving professional athletes. We understand the complex financial issues, the workings of sports contracts and our clients' need for privacy in these very personal matters.

We represent professional athletes in Atlanta, statewide in Georgia and beyond. Contact our law office in Atlanta (Buckhead) at 404-381-1156 or contact us online to arrange a confidential consultation.