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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6 Ways To Evenly Split Child Custody

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Estate Planning Alert: IRS Extends Tax Relief for IRA Beneficiaries

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Alabama’s New Child Support Calculation for Joint Physical Custody

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The Alabama Contested Divorce Process: What to Expect

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Can I Pay My Alimony Directly to My Ex?

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Does Divorce Have to Be Filed in the Same State as the Marriage?

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Alabama child support calculator based on Rule 32 guidelines

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How Child Support Is Calculated In Alabama

Figuring out child support in Alabama comes down to a formula, not a guess. The calculator below applies the state’s official Rule 32 guidelines to...

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What Should You Ask for in a Divorce Settlement?

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What to Expect Emotionally When a Marriage Ends

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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