A divorce can be a financially scary event in the life of an Alabama resident. If they do not have a job and have not worked during their marriage, they may worry about how they will support themselves after the relationship is over. In situations where a person is...
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Eleven grounds for divorce in Alabama
In Alabama, if a spouse wants a divorce, there must be a basis -- known as a ground -- for the divorce. These grounds can either be no-fault or fault based. The following is an overview of the basic grounds for divorce in Alabama. No-fault divorce If there has been an...
Father charged with interference with child custody
Following a divorce or parents parting ways, issues concerning their children can evolve. While some parents in Alabama are able to put their differences aside and reach an amicable agreement concerning child custody, others may find it challenging to see eye-to-eye....
What is the role of a QDRO in divorce property division?
Even though they can remain inaccessible for the immediate future, pensions and retirement accounts may be the most substantial assets that separating spouses have. Therefore, couples on the verge of divorce in Alabama should consider how these retirement assets are...
Property division in an Alabama divorce
Getting a divorce is never easy, particularly if you and your spouse have acquired many high-value assets over the years. As you begin the divorce process and start determining who should get what in the divorce, it is important to have a basic understanding of how...
When are postnuptial agreements appropriate?
Those seeking to know whether a postnuptial agreement is appropriate likely already know about postnuptial agreements. However, for those that do not know, postnuptial agreements are exactly what they sound like, an agreement entered into after a marriage by the...
How is child custody determined in Alabama?
If you have children, resolving your custody battle could be one of the most difficult parts of your divorce. Likely, you and your spouse disagree about what an ideal custody arrangement looks likes. Achieving consensus can be challenging, and you two may have reached...



