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.

Alabama family court courthouse – Summit Family Law

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Military Divorce in Huntsville: USFSPA, SCRA, and Redstone Arsenal Realities

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Alabama family court courthouse – Summit Family Law

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Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Madison County: Which One Is Yours?

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Huntsville Child Custody After HB 229: The Joint Custody Presumption in Practice

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How Long Does Divorce Take in Huntsville? 60 Days to 18 Months, Explained

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Divorce and Family Law in Huntsville, Alabama: What to Expect

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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Child Custody in Alabama: A Parent's Complete Guide

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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Divorce and Family Law in Birmingham, Alabama: What to Expect

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Alimony and Child Support in Alabama: How Support Is Determined

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Do You Need to Go to Court for 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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