Georgia legitimation made simple

Become your child's legal father in Georgia

Answer a few questions, get court-ready documents, and file at your county courthouse. LegitHelp handles the paperwork so you can focus on your family.

10
Georgia counties
~20 min
To complete
$49
Starting price
3
Court-ready documents
Attorney-reviewed templates
10 Georgia counties covered
Court-ready PDF documents
Step-by-step filing guidance
Document preparation service
Simple process

How LegitHelp works

Like TurboTax — but for legitimation filings. Answer plain-language questions and we generate the exact court documents your county requires.

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Answer guided questions
Our questionnaire walks you through every required field — your information, the child's details, the mother's information, and any custody requests. No legal jargon.
2
We generate your documents
We auto-fill the Georgia legitimation petition and, if requested, a complete Parenting Plan — using your answers. Every template is based on Georgia law.
3
File at your courthouse
You receive county-specific filing instructions — exactly which office to visit, what documents to bring, how much to pay, and what to expect.
4
You are legally recognized
Once the judge signs your Final Order of Legitimation, you are legally your child's father with full parental rights under Georgia law.
Why LegitHelp

Built for Georgia fathers

County-specific guidance
Every county has different forms, fees, and procedures. We've mapped out all 10 counties we currently serve so you don't have to figure it out yourself.
Georgia law compliant
Every document template is based on O.C.G.A. § 19-7-22 and Georgia Superior Court requirements. Always verify current requirements with your county clerk before filing.
Flat one-time price
No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Pay once and receive your completed documents immediately.
Plain-language questions
We translate legal requirements into clear, plain English. You always know exactly what's being asked and why.
Custody included
In the same filing you can request visitation, joint custody, or primary custody — plus a complete Parenting Plan.
Secure & private
Your personal and family data is used only to generate your documents and is never shared or sold.
Coverage

Georgia counties we serve

We currently serve the 10 most populated Georgia counties. More counties coming soon.

Fulton County
Atlanta
Filing fee: $216
Processing: 2–4 weeks
Gwinnett County
Lawrenceville
Filing fee: $201
Processing: 2–6 weeks
Cobb County
Marietta
Filing fee: $197
Processing: 3–5 weeks
DeKalb County
Decatur
Filing fee: $209
Processing: 2–5 weeks
Cherokee County
Canton
Filing fee: $189
Processing: 2–4 weeks
Forsyth County
Cumming
Filing fee: $194
Processing: 2–4 weeks
Henry County
McDonough
Filing fee: $183
Processing: 3–5 weeks
Hall County
Gainesville
Filing fee: $188
Processing: 3–6 weeks
Clayton County
Jonesboro
Filing fee: $191
Processing: 3–5 weeks
Richmond County
Augusta
Filing fee: $195
Processing: 3–6 weeks
📍Don't see your county? We're adding more soon. Contact us to request your county.
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

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Legal Disclaimer: LegitHelp is a document preparation and information service, not a law firm. We do not provide legal advice. Our documents and information do not constitute legal advice and do not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice, consult a licensed Georgia attorney.