When parents in Alabama split up, they make child custody arrangements. But the decision does not have to last forever. The courts understand that circumstances change with time. It is possible that the arrangement that works for you now may not work in the future....
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Do divorced spouses get Social Security work benefits?
The emotional toll wrought by divorce can increase if you are losing someone that provided the primary income into your household. It can cause you to wonder how you will provide for yourself when you retire. However, if your marriage has lasted long enough and you...
In a contested divorce, the judge may order mediation
It is not uncommon for divorce proceedings to grind to a halt when the couple cannot agree on one or more important issues. Rather than proceed directly to a trial, the judge may order the couple to participate in mediation. The steps in a contested divorce If you...
What might lead to a contested divorce?
An uncontested divorce is one in which you and your spouse reach an agreement on all the terms of your divorce settlement. During the settlement process, though, there are many issues that may arise. You will have to make some very important decisions that will affect...
4 tips to ensure long-distance parenting success
Nobody enjoys being away from their child, whether it’s for one night or two weeks. It can be even harder if you’re in a different city or state. Co-parenting is difficult on its own, but when you add distance to the mix, it can feel overwhelming. Luckily, there are...
How soon can you change custody orders?
Having to go through a heated and contested divorce can be a challenging time in someone’s life. When there are children involved, it can be even more stressful, especially if your spouse becomes the custodial parent. If you believe you were qualified to earn custody...
What happens to your property during a divorce?
Throughout the course of a marriage, you and your spouse build a life together. During your relationship, it’s inevitable that you’ll accumulate shared property. If you later decide to divorce, you face the difficult task of dividing your shared assets. Property...
Determining who keeps the home in a divorce
Assets can be hard to divide in a divorce. That's especially the case if couples purchased a lot during their marriage. One major dispute that might turn up when splitting these assets is who gets the house. For many Alabama couples, a house can represent a variety of...
Grounds for a contested divorce in Alabama
Couples that strongly disagree often enough sometimes finally agree on one issue. It is time for an uncontested divorce. Although the disagreements usually continue, such as how to divide assets and how to think about their future relationships with the children, the...
3 Tips for fathers caught in a child custody case
In contested divorces, it’s not uncommon for a mother and father to have conflicting opinions about who should get custody of their child. However, it's important to remember that fathers have the same rights as mothers in custody cases. Rather than making a decision...