Charlotte Christian

Charlotte Christian is the founder of Summit Family Law, a divorce and custody firm with offices in Birmingham and Huntsville. She represents Alabama clients in divorce, child custody, alimony, and property division matters, with particular focus on contested cases and the financial complexities that come with them. Charlotte holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Temple University Beasley School of Law and a Juris Doctor from Jones School of Law. She is also a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College, a selective program founded by trial attorney Gerry Spence that trains lawyers in courtroom advocacy and client-centered representation. Charlotte writes about Alabama family law to help clients understand the process, weigh their options, and make informed decisions during one of the most difficult chapters of their lives.

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Common Mistakes Dads Make After Divorce

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How to File for Emergency Custody in Alabama

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How Much Does it Cost to File for Custody in Alabama?

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Are Mothers More Likely to Get Child Custody During Divorce?

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Do I Have to Pay Child Support With Shared or Joint Custody?

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Divorce Mediation vs. Litigation in Alabama

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How Does Adultery Affect a Divorce in Alabama?

Written by the Summit Family Law Team Reviewed by Charlotte Christian, Attorney · Alabama Bar · AV Preeminent® Rated · Avvo 10 Rated · LLM Trial...

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Alimony (Spousal Support) in Alabama: Plain-English Answers to Common FAQ

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Interesting Divorce Facts That You Probably Didn’t Know

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