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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.

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What Does Collaborative Divorce Entail? You and your spouse could be considering divorce but still get along well enough to agree on property division, child custody, and other major decisions. In that case, collaborative divorce may work well for…

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Opposing Divorce? You can oppose divorce, but you may want to discuss your options and the likely outcomes of your case before deciding to take this approach. Judges in Alabama generally will not force someone to remain in a marriage of which they…

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Time Sharing in Child Custody Cases? Many parents understand that time-sharing with their child’s other parent will be a reality after separation and divorce. Most Alabama divorce decrees include joint legal custody and joint physical custody. While…

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Time Sharing in Child Custody Cases? Many parents understand that time-sharing with their child’s other parent will be a reality after separation and divorce. Most Alabama divorce decrees include joint legal custody and joint physical custody. While…

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Spouse is Asking for a Divorce—What Do I Do? Knowing what to do if your spouse just asked for a divorce helps protect your best interests, including in matters of property division, child custody, and child visitation. An Alabama divorce…

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Most Common Financial Mistakes Made in Divorce? Divorce can place a heavy burden on your finances. Many financial mistakes during divorce could negatively affect you in the long run. The most common financial mistakes made during divorce include…

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Divorce Court Alternatives? Most Alabama divorces do not go to trial. The judge does not listen to arguments and rule on contested factors in divorces as often as many assume. Instead, through negotiations, mediation, and other means, many couples…

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Child Custody: What is it? Child custody is the term Alabama family courts use to refer to several topics related to guardianship of minor children. Courts determine custody during divorce, paternity cases, or other petitions. Custody deals with…

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How Do I Divorce My Military Spouse Who Is Overseas? The military divorce process is similar to other divorces that do not involve overseas military personnel. For example, you will establish grounds for a divorce, submit a divorce complaint, divide…