How to Adopt a Child in Alabama: A Complete Guide for Prospective Parents
Understanding how to adopt a child in Alabama involves meeting eligibility criteria and navigating a structured legal process overseen by Alabama courts. At Leigh Daniel Family Law, we encourage you to schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Alabama adoption lawyer who can guide you on the adoption journey. Understanding…
Divorce and Business: How Alabama Business Owners Can Protect Their Assets and Ownership
Your hard work building a business should not be jeopardized by a divorce. Yet, without proper planning and legal guidance during a divorce, your company’s future may be at risk. Whether you operate a small family business, a professional practice, or a larger commercial enterprise, Leigh Daniel Family Law is…
How to Avoid Probate in Alabama: Legal Options to Protect Your Estate
Alabama probate proceedings can take months or even years, while depleting estate assets through administrative costs and legal fees. Knowing how to avoid probate in Alabama enables you to ensure your beneficiaries receive their inheritance efficiently and privately. Schedule a consultation with an experienced Alabama probate attorney at Leigh Daniel…
How Hidden Assets Are Discovered in Divorce Cases
In some divorce cases, a spouse may try to conceal assets to keep them for personal use or to reduce their spousal or child support obligations. However, watching for red flags can tell you when you should start looking for marital assets your soon-to-be-ex may be hiding. If you don’t…
Top Mistakes to Avoid in a Contested Divorce in Alabama
A contested divorce in Alabama is a taxing, time-consuming, and highly emotional event. The last thing you want is to make the process longer, pricier, or more painful than necessary. Unfortunately, many Alabama residents make their divorce harder through avoidable errors. Knowing the mistakes to avoid in a contested divorce…
The Impact of Adultery on Divorce Proceedings in Alabama
Adultery can have an enormous impact on the health of a marriage – and on resulting divorce proceedings as well. If you’re going through an adultery-related divorce in Alabama, you need an experienced attorney on your side to address the legal consequences. Understanding Adultery Under Alabama Divorce Law Adultery involves…
How to Prepare Financially for a High-Net-Worth Divorce
Getting divorced can create significant financial changes, even for high-net-worth couples. Spouses with substantial assets can take steps to get ready for life without their ex’s income or after splitting family assets. An experienced family law attorney who has a track record of working with high-net-worth families can help you…
What Qualifies as a High-Net-Worth Divorce in Alabama?
When couples who own high-value assets get divorced, the process can involve unique financial considerations. The economic stakes in a high-net-worth divorce can lead to intense litigation, making it critical for spouses to obtain experienced legal counsel. But what is a “high-net-worth” divorce, and how does it differ from a…
How Child Support Works in Alabama
When parents divorce, one of the most critical issues to be addressed is child support. These regular payments ensure that children of divorced parents continue to receive the financial support they need to enjoy a stable and comfortable life. But how does child support work in Alabama? If you are…
Military Spouse Divorce Rights
Military service members and their spouses face unique challenges when seeking a divorce. The intersection of federal and state laws makes these cases complex. While military divorces are heard in Alabama civil courts, the nature of military service introduces unique considerations where relocation, deployments, and military retirement benefits are concerned….
