Communicating with your soon-to-be ex-spouse during divorce can be difficult. While you should communicate through attorneys, you can handle some matters by yourselves, especially if the divorce didn't stem from domestic violence or any other form of abuse. Here are...
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What happens to retirement accounts in an Alabama divorce?
Divorcing couples in Alabama may wonder whether they can remain in their marital home or worry about how they will divide credit card debt. Worry tends to be an inevitability during divorce, as each party has so much at stake. Both spouses want to preserve as much of...
Must your co-parent weigh in if your child wants pierced ears?
Parents make a seemingly endless number of decisions on behalf of their children until those children reach adulthood. From what Halloween costume they’re permitted to wear to whether they can take certain medications, parents are their children’s advocates as well as...
Should you move out of the family home in a divorce?
Each party in a divorce is always careful about the moves they make. No one wants to make a decision that can lead to an unfavorable verdict. And one of the matters that soon-to-be ex-spouses pay close attention to is the family home. In Alabama, marital property is...
Mistakes to avoid in an Alabama divorce
Divorce is an emotionally challenging and legally complex process. If you are going through a divorce in Alabama, it's important to approach it cautiously and avoid common pitfalls. Here, you can learn about some crucial mistakes to avoid during an Alabama divorce,...
Setting expectations when preparing virtual visitation
Virtual visitation agreements are becoming increasingly common. These arrangements allow co-parents to maintain regular contact with their children through virtual means, including video calls, messaging and child-friendly online platforms. If you and your child’s...
Tips for working with a mentally ill co-parent
Navigating child custody arrangements can be challenging, and when your co-parent is struggling with mental illness, it can add another layer of complexity. You must understand your co-parent's mental health condition. Educate yourself on their specific diagnosis and...
3 tips for positive co-parenting
Every divorce is unique – they offer different experiences and consequences. However, divorces involving children may be more complicated, as parents have to consider them in almost every decision, and a crucial one is how to take care of them. Most parents opt for...
5 tips for divorcing a narcissist
Divorcing a narcissist can be a complex and emotionally challenging process because they may use manipulative tactics, blame-shifting and other strategies to maintain control and create conflict. This can make it seemingly impossible to work through all aspects of the...
Is divorce more likely if you face financial stress?
Divorce happens for many different reasons, and there are also a variety of factors that can increase or decrease your odds. For example, divorce is more likely for those who get married at a young age and less likely for those who wait until age 32. At the same time,...