How Is Property Divided in Alabama Divorces?
Throughout a marriage, a couple will accumulate a lot of property which then has to be divided if they make the difficult decision to divorce. The decision of how to divide property and debts can be one of the most contentious points in a divorce. While, colloquially speaking, property is generally seen as something a […]
Does it Matter Who Files for Divorce First in Alabama?
Coming to the realization that a marriage is no longer working and seeking legal recourse in the form of a divorce is not a decision that a couple usually reaches easily or quickly. Once you or your partner have decided to officially memorialize this decision and formally file for divorce, you’re likely trying to get […]
If We Share Custody 50/50, Do I Have To Pay Child Support?
When Alabama parents divorce, the court’s final order will likely include a child support provision. According to state law, both parents are required to support their children. The court assumes that a custodial parent will provide for most of a child’s financial needs, and that’s why non-custodial parents receive child support orders. Child support determinations […]
Is an Attorney Necessary in an Alabama Divorce?
There are few things more stressful than going through divorce proceedings. Even if there are no children present and you have few shared assets to divide, you’ll still have to worry about navigating the legal system and making sure all of the essential paperwork is filled out correctly and filed on time. No responsible person […]
Legal Separation or a Divorce: What is the Difference and What is the Right Option for Me?
When a marriage is no longer working for any number of reasons, most people jump to the conclusion that the best possible answer is to divorce. In some cases, that conclusion rings true, but there is another option: legal separation. In the state of Alabama, legal separation puts a marriage on hold and allows each […]