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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How Long Does Divorce Take in Tuscaloosa? 45 Days to 18 Months, Explained

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Tuscaloosa, 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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Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Shelby County: Why the Gap Is Wider Here

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Dividing Debts in an Alabama Divorce: The Creditor Trap and How to Avoid It

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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Custody Evaluations and Guardians ad Litem in Alabama: What Parents Should Know

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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Interstate Custody and the UCCJEA: Which State Decides Your Alabama Case?

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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When Separate Property Becomes Marital: Commingling in Alabama 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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Hidden Assets in an Alabama Divorce: Red Flags, Discovery, and Consequences

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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Alabama Custody Relocation Rules: The Parent-Child Relocation Act Explained

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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