A divorce can cause intense feelings of vulnerability. But there is power in knowledge. Here you’ll find hundreds of articles to help you understand the divorce process.
A “gray divorce” refers to divorces among older couples. According to research from 2022, 36% of adults in the U.S. getting divorced were over 50. Though divorce at any age can present issues, divorcing later in life raises unique challenges. If you’re contemplating a divorce at this stage of life in Alabama, it’s crucial not […]
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Getting a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can help you and your partner plan for the future and give you the chance to have those hard, but important, conversations. While they may seem similar, prenups and postnups have one key difference. Read Summit Family Law’s blog to learn more. What is a Prenup? A prenup, also
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In an uncontested divorce, the spouses settle all their issues without having to go to trial. Alternatively, if there are unresolved disputes between the couple, it leads to a contested divorce. Some people incorrectly assume that an uncontested divorce means that one spouse lets the other spouse have their way about everything. That is not
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Alabama custody laws for unmarried parents are similar to those of married parents. It may be difficult to determine where the child should live and how much time each parent will get to spend with them, especially for unmarried parents. When deciding who gets custody of your child, it is important to put your child’s
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Sometimes, a married couple wants to live apart and have an enforceable court order regarding spousal support and assets, but they do not want to get a divorce. Alabama law allows such couples to seek a legal separation, which can accomplish those goals. A family law attorney can explain how to file for a legal
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You’ve likely heard of a prenup, or prenuptial agreement, before. But have you ever heard about a postnuptial agreement? These agreements are similar, but they differ in their timing. Read Summit Family Law’s blog to learn more. A Postnuptial Agreement A postnuptial agreement is a contract you and your spouse create after getting married, sometimes
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Military divorces are different from civilian divorces in a number of ways, particularly when it comes to something called military retirement benefits. To learn more about whether an ex-spouse can claim military retirement benefits, read Summit Family Law’s blog. What are Military Retirement Benefits? Your military retirement benefits refer to the assistance you receive after
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The Invest In Your Future Scholarship is a financial literacy scholarship awarded annually by Summit Family Law. Winning entrants receive a prize of $2,500. All applicants to this scholarship must meet the eligibility requirements as laid out on the scholarship application page, including: Those who meet the following conditions are NOT eligible to apply: Notification
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Finances can often become a source of tension for many couples, in marriage or dating. Whether you and your spouse are happily married or looking to start the divorce process, you may be wondering how many bank accounts you should have. Read our blog to learn more. Discuss with Your Spouse Since money can be
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After your divorce, you may become envious of your ex-spouse. Maybe the kids speak highly of your ex or talk about what they did with your ex. It can be tempting to vocalize that to your children – but don’t. Read our blog to learn how to avoid damaging your child’s relationship with you and
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Having a pet is like having another member of the family. However, there are different ways that divorce can affect them, both emotionally and concerning custody. Read our blog to learn more about how divorce can affect your pets. Pet Custody With a few exceptions, most states consider pets to be property. In many cases,
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