Hoover Family Law Blog
Benefits of QDRO when dividing retirement assets
When two people start to build a life together through marriage, their assets get tied together. If these two people then decide to separate, dividing the assets is not always as easy as just giving each other their fair shares. There are some accounts with withdrawal...
Answers to your questions about alimony
Are you wondering how you will pay the bills once your marriage is over? You might consider filing a request for alimony. Also known as spousal support or maintenance, it is often a source of conflict during divorce proceedings. However, it can be crucial to ensuring...
How to find out if your spouse is hiding assets
When a couple decides to divorce and one person makes significantly more money than the other person, both people worry about their finances. The dependent spouse may worry about paying their bills going forward, especially if they did not work at all. The breadwinner...
Why are contested divorces more common?
Alabama couples have several divorce options. Of these, we will look at contested and uncontested divorces. A contested divorce is one in which couples cannot reach agreements and must seek help. An uncontested divorce means couples reach an agreement on their own. ...
How military service may impact child custody in a divorce
When couples are going through a divorce, custody decisions may be among the most difficult decisions they make. Military OneSource explains that custody planning can be further complicated for Alabama families who have one or both parents in the military. Both...
Managing stress during a contested divorce
Sometimes, divorce is relatively straightforward and a couple works through divorce matters in an amicable manner. On the other hand, some couples cannot agree on key issues such as how to divide custody and some divorces are highly contentious. Whether you are in the...
Mediation may speed up the divorce process
Couples divorcing in Alabama face many stressful issues. Even if the judge does not order mediation, using the service can help speed up the divorce process. The service can also help resolve contested issues outside of court. Mediate.com recommends choosing mediation...
Children suffer statewide as billions owe in child support
There are many legitimate instances when a parent may not be able to contribute to raising a child. Unfortunately, a child’s needs do not miraculously reduce when the resources available dwindle. This puts unfair pressure on one parent to meet all the parenting...
What is the difference between parallel parenting and co-parenting?
After a divorce, you have to prioritize your child’s needs. No matter how bitter or emotionally charged your divorce was; you have to set your differences aside for your children. The two of you have to decide which style of parenting works for you and your family....
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...
