Getting a divorce can change the lives of everyone involved. If you and your former spouse have children, then things can become more complicated. While the two of you may not agree on everything, setting aside your feelings and creating a co-parenting plan can help...
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Joint legal custody and homeschooling
The decision to home school a child is a personal decision for every parent. There are many pros and cons you must weigh and communication between the spouses is paramount. Not all parents will agree with each other that homeschooling is appropriate. The challenge is...
Can you move away with your child in Alabama post-divorce?
Divorce brings many changes to a family’s life. Each spouse will be living on their own and if there are children, the children will be living with one parent or the other or will be rotating between homes. Parents in Alabama may need to move following a divorce,...
Why are older Americans divorcing more now?
Lately, headlines have been splashed across all media about the Bill and Melinda Gates divorce. And, with this news, the term, “gray divorce” has become a hot topic. And, according to industry experts, gray divorces are actually increasing, which begs the question,...
How a court handles retirement plans during divorce
During divorce proceedings, the court will order the marital estate to be divided between the parties equitably. When making such an order, the court will consider -- with some exceptions -- any money, property or interest acquired during the course of the marriage,...
Is separation a better option for me than divorce?
Married couples who are considering a divorce have many issues to deal with, such as child support, child custody and property division. And while divorce may at first appear to be the only way to resolve these issues, legal separation can offer benefits the couple...
Can a postnuptial agreement keep you out of divorce court?
If your marriage is not as good as it once was, you may think you and your husband or wife are heading for a divorce. While divorce is right for many couples, you may want to try to save your marriage before calling it quits. Negotiating a postnuptial agreement may be...
Don’t let hidden assets disadvantage you post-divorce
It’s normal to be worried about your finances as you navigate divorce. That’s why it’s important to understand the property division process and what you can do to protect your interests. To start, you have to be able to identify the marital estate, which then sets...
When can people deviate from the child support guidelines?
Raising children in Alabama can be costly. Parents need to provide for their children’s needs. This includes ensuring they have a roof over their heads, food and clothing. Those are the basics, but parents also pay for the children’s activities, sports, entertainment,...
Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie divorce still six years from resolution
Former Hollywood “IT” couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie (nee “Brangelina”) having been squabbling for five years over the terms of their divorce and it appears the fight is just beginning. The much-publicized separation has already cost both parties millions of...
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