According to GasBuddy.com, 73 percent of Americans will travel between Memorial Day and Labor Day. While summer vacations are a time for fun and relaxation, the deviation from a normal routine can lead to a hectic situation for co-parents who have joint child custody. For the divorced family, summer means a lot communication, planning and…
If you are going through a divorce, there are some simple mistakes you can avoid that will make your divorce much easier, cheaper and less painful. Here are the top 10 Alabama Divorce Mistakes to avoid. Not hiring the right attorney or withholding information from your attorney are both detrimental. Failing to respond. Even if you…
While many of us may have heard of celebrity or Vegas-wedding annulments, we may be unfamiliar with what can cause an annulment and how it is different from divorce. While an extremely short marriage can contribute to the granting of an annulment, it is not sufficient to determine one. To put it simply, a marriage…
When you think of divorce, bitter battles over property and custody may come to mind. Most of us have heard a heartbreaking story or two of multiple-year divorce cases that hurt many people involved. However, divorces are not always this messy, especially if they are uncontested. Here are the differences between a contested divorce and…
You have just gotten a divorce. You may be wondering now if you are eligible for spousal support, or alimony. It is a common misconception that you are automatically granted alimony after a divorce, but this is not always the case. In fact, it is actually you and your attorney’s responsibility to provide sufficient evidence…
If you are contemplating a divorce, you may be shopping around to find a divorce lawyer to represent you. However, how do you know which attorney is the right one for you? At the initial consultation, there are seven important questions to ask that can help you when choosing a divorce attorney. What percentage of…
When you’re going through a divorce, you will undoubtedly have many questions and want advice from people who have been in your shoes. Your friends and family may be the first ones you turn to, but they might not have all the answers. It is best to get advice and information from people who have…
You’ve decided to get a divorce – now what? While you no doubt have a lot to deal with, there are a few things you can do to prepare for your divorce that will help protect you financially, mentally and emotionally. Know your state’s divorce laws. Hire an experienced attorney of course, but also be…
Although not common, legal separation is a court order that separates a couple without terminating the marriage. The court order will give you terms of dividing property and assets similar to a divorce. These terms generally carry over to the divorce if you decide to get one. Here are a few reasons you might want…
Many people find themselves faced with the question, “Should I move out before my divorce?” However moving out before your divorce can cause several problems that you may not have considered. Here are five reasons to not move out and stick it out until the divorce is final. It may be more difficult to move back…
