Custody and Co-Parenting
Do you know the meanings behind the different types of custody or what is meant by co-parenting? Do you know how a lawyer can help? When going through a divorce or separation, all parties involved go through a hard time, but it is often the children that suffer the most. Sometimes the adults are so […]
The Differences Between Legal and Physical Custody in Alabama
As divorcing parents start the separation process, they need to prioritize the well-being of their children. Alabama judges have broad discretion in granting custodial rights to parents, allowing them to award legal and physical custody to one or both parents. These custody orders can be temporary or permanent, depending on the situation. Learn about the […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Common Law Marriage in Alabama
When most people think of a marriage, they picture a traditional wedding at a religious institution or a wedding venue, but that isn’t the only way people can get legally married. Options exist such as a less-formal courthouse marriage, or even elopement. However, there is a phenomenon called a common-law marriage, where a couple can […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Local Family Law Attorney
People are bombarded by ads for large law firms on the daily. Be it billboards, commercials, ads on the web, a shoutout on the radio, or a feature in the newspaper, these advertising schemes lead people to believe that the big, commercial law firms with big resources are the people to turn to when you […]
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorces in Alabama
When a couple comes to the realization that their marriage is no longer working and decides to pursue a divorce, there are many decisions before them. One of the main decisions to make before filing for a divorce is whether to seek a contested or an uncontested divorce. A contested divorce occurs when one or […]