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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Child Custody Law: A Helpful Guide For Divorcing Parents

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Self-Care Tips for Men Going Through a Divorce

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How To Choose A Divorce Lawyer You Will Love

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How to Fight a Termination of Parental Rights Case in Alabama

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What Are the Military Benefits for Former Spouses?

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Divorcing a Spouse with a Drug Addiction in Alabama

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Alabama?

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Co-Parenting & Your Child’s Sports After Divorce

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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Coping With Divorce: Helping Your Child Understand The Process

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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