Author: Leigh Daniel, Attorney at Law

If you are among the millions of Americans who live their lives on social media and are going through a divorce, it is time to take a step back and think before posting. You should be aware that what you post or say on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Reddit, YouTube…

There are many things you can practice to live a happier life- here are just a few suggestions of you are struggling to find some inner peace. Happiness has been a study for me and one that has led me to innumerable self help books, endless google searches, and countless…

What does uncontested divorce mean? An uncontested divorce is a divorce decree that neither party is fighting. When both parties in a married couple agree to divorce, filing for an uncontested divorce can save time and money through streamlined court procedures. The couple must: Not have any financial disputes (such…

The first step is to determine if your spouse is going to be willing to agree to an uncontested divorce. Ideally you have gone over the proposed terms before you come in to see your lawyer and no issues are being contested in the divorce. This will make your chances…

Got questions about child support and visitation? In this short video, I’m sharing the three most common modifiable things in a divorce and the one thing that isn’t modifiable in the state of Alabama. The court ordered visitation schedule in Alabama Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th weekends from 6:00 pm…

Are you thinking of hiring a divorce attorney or child custody lawyer? Here are five questions you should ask to help you hire the best divorce attorney to represent you. 5 Questions to Ask a Divorce Attorney

Choosing a divorce attorney can be one of the most important decisions you ever make. This  may seem like a drastic statement, but if you have ever seen someone financially ruined by the poor drafting of an Order, someone without the portion of the assets they deserve, or even someone…

1 – Be reasonable when it comes to child custody visitation schedules. You may be the one asking for flexibility the next time and need the favor returned. 2 – Send receipts for medical bills. Send them with both the statement of what was done and the charge and proof…

When we envision marriage many of us may think of the passionate phrase, “Till death do us part.” However, for some of us, that fairytale image of a romantic marriage is parted while we are still alive and kicking. This brings us to the topic of divorce and the legal…

In most marriages, the income levels of the two spouses will differ slightly or significantly. When spouses decide to divorce, one of the most challenging issues to navigate is how finances will be split. For both parties’ needs to be met, the court may order the divorcing spouse with the…