Category: Divorce

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…

Preparing for divorce involves more than filing a complaint with the court, or even just hiring an attorney. There are legal, emotional, parental, and financial aspects to attend to when deciding to end your marriage. For stay-at-home parents, divorce presents unique financial issues, especially if you are completely financially dependent…

If you’ve decided to file for divorce, or if your spouse has served you with divorce papers, it is crucial to hire an attorney you can trust to help protect your interests. There is a lot to think about when choosing the right attorney to represent you. Some people wonder…

Deciding how and when to tell your partner that you want a divorce is extremely difficult. Everyone’s situation is unique when it comes to divorce. You and your partner may have been discussing divorce for some time, or it may come as a complete surprise to your partner. Whatever the…

Life is constantly changing in ways we might never have expected. Sometimes divorce is one of those life-altering moments. Don’t rush into the process unprepared. Take the time to think about your situation and beware of some of the most common mistakes people make before jumping into divorce. Here are…

Mediation is a common form of alternative dispute resolution that allows people to privately work out legal agreements to certain contested issues. Mediation can work very well in divorce cases when both spouses are willing to compromise on disputes. Mediation is not necessarily for all people, and you should try…

Getting a divorce is like ripping off a bandage – it’s painful no matter what, and you want to get it over as quickly as possible. Some couples try to rush the process and settle the divorce on their own, but oftentimes, this can lead to devastating consequences when a…

Recently, Leigh Daniel was published on the Elephant Journal for her article “Divorce for Optimists.” In this article, she discusses how divorce can actually be refreshing and allow people to find themselves again. Whether they were in an abusive relationship, feeling unloved, or just not happy, this is a fresh…

Divorce does not always have to be an adversarial process. Mediation is one alternative to litigation that can allow some couples to create a divorce agreement by working together instead of against each other. If you are considering divorce in the greater Huntsville area, you may want to explore whether…

Tips for a Cheap Divorce in Alabama Concerned about what your divorce may cost you and your son-to-be former spouse? Review the tips below for valuable information on how to keep your divorce as cost efficient as possible. Come to an agreement on the terms before you have the papers…