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Family Law (Page 13)

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What are Alabama’s Custody Laws for Unmarried Parents?

In Alabama, child custody can be shared by unmarried parents or given to just one. Alabama law presumes that joint custody is in the best interest of...

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Does Adultery Affect Child Custody in Alabama?

Adultery could affect child custody in Alabama. For instance, if a spouse abandons their wife or husband, the children’s custody may fall to the...

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How to Stop Alimony in Alabama

According to AL Code § 30-2-55, alimony can be terminated by the court if there is proof the ex-spouse who is receiving alimony payments has...

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How Long Does a Military Divorce Take in Alabama?

How long a military divorce takes varies based on the circumstances of the two parties who are separating. The minimum waiting period for a divorce...

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How to File for Emergency Custody in Alabama

Knowing how to file for emergency custody in Alabama is crucial if you believe your children are in physical or emotional danger from their other...

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Key Factors Courts Consider in Child Custody

Alabama law outlines an extensive list of factors that the judge must consider when deciding a custody case and creating a parenting plan in their...

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Who Gets the Debt in an Alabama Divorce?

When divorce is represented on TV or in movies, it usually glorifies the divvying up of belongings between the separating couple. The reality is, a...

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Do I Have to Pay Child Support With Shared or Joint Custody?

Important Update (2023): Starting June 1, 2023, there will be a significant alteration in the method of calculating child support for parents who...

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