Alabama is a no-fault divorce state. In fact, these are the grounds used in most divorces in the state. While divorcing couples can file for a fault-based split, they must prove one of the grounds and ask a judge to grant the divorce. This can be much more challenging and expensive than the streamlined no-fault […]
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If you have an existing child support order in place, there are important new updates to child support calculations you need to be aware of. Specifically, this update was made to Rule 32 of the Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration. If you’re wondering whether and to what extent these updates might apply to you, you’re
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The precise Alabama divorce papers you’ll need will depend on the type of divorce you pursue. Today we’ll discuss four primary paths the person filing for a divorce in Alabama may take and the required forms for each. But before explaining the different divorce forms in Alabama, the attorneys at Summit Family Law will explain
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The cost to file for custody in Alabama varies based on the case’s circumstances. Generally, contested divorces cost more than uncontested divorces, given the shorter timeline involved in most uncontested cases. If you speak with an Alabama child custody attorney during a free consultation, they can discuss the potential fees involved, so you know how
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Determining the appropriate grounds for divorce in Alabama may be tricky, but with a quality Huntsville divorce lawyer, you won’t need to tread these difficult times alone. A plaintiff’s complaint about divorce must state the applicable Alabama grounds upon which a divorce is being pursued in Alabama. That ground can be one upon which the parties
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Divorce brings up a lot of questions that relate to money. If you’re considering a divorce in Alabama, you may want to understand the basics of how alimony (also referred to as spousal support/maintenance) works. We’ve got you covered. How Often is Alimony Awarded in Alabama? Spousal support is not awarded in all Alabama divorces.
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Important Update (2023): Starting from June 1, 2023, there will be a modification to the calculation of child support in Alabama for parents who have joint physical custody. Get the full details here. People are familiar with child support and the obligation of both parents to support their children. The goal of child support is to
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If one parent engages in conduct that places the child’s health, safety, or welfare at risk, that parent could be considered an unfit parent under Alabama law. This definition may sound straightforward. However, if you have wondered how to prove an unfit parent in Alabama, we can tell you that the process is complex. Some people
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Common law marriage is a type of union in which a couple lives together and presents themselves as married without actually obtaining a marriage license or undergoing a formal ceremony. In the United States, common law marriage is recognized in a limited number of states, and its legality varies depending on the jurisdiction. Is Alabama
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Important Update (2023): There has been a change to how child support is calculated in Alabama for parents with joint physical custody which takes effect on June 1, 2023. This change is crucial to understand if you are interested in modifying an existing child support order. Get the full details here. Child support modification is
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