Divorce
July 2026
Divorce: Being Prepared
The decision to seek a divorce is normally based upon several factors. While the main reason is often the emotional situation between the parties, others include finances, issues…
Divorce
July 2026
What is Child Support?
In Alabama child support is governed by Rule 32 of the Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration. The last revision of the guidelines became effective on January 1, 2009.…
Divorce
July 2026
Bayliss Ruling Creates Questions
Since the Supreme Court of Alabama has reversed the holding in Bayliss, it has raised some issues that the Court will most likely have to address in the…
Divorce
July 2026
Alabama Supreme Court Decision Impacts Future Divorce Cases
The Alabama Supreme Court made a landmark decision in 2013 when it struck down the decades old Ex parte Bayliss ruling. This decision should have long lasting effect…
Divorce
July 2026
Divison of Assets in Alabama Divorce Cases
When considering divorce in Alabama one of the first things to consider after children and custody is the division of marital assets. Alabama is not a 50/50 state…
Divorce
July 2026
What is Joint Legal Custody?
What is joint legal custody? In a divorce this is a common term. It is used to describe the parties’ legal standing regarding the minor children. Unlike sole…
Divorce
July 2026
Making Changes to Original Divorce Order
If a divorced parent wishes to change a part of the original divorce order then they must understand the limitations. First any property settlements are final after the…
Divorce
July 2026
What is “Discovery” in a Divorce Case?
If during a divorce questions arise as to the finances of the family or of one spouse in particular there are methods to conduct “discovery” on those issues…
Divorce
July 2026
What if Spouse Refuses to Return Child After Visitation?
What should you do if your spouse refuses to bring back the minor children at the end of his or her visitation period? First do not panic. Call…
Divorce
July 2026
What is My Spouse Doesn’t Want a Divorce?
On many occasions, I get confronted with a spouse who does not want a divorce but the other spouse has either filed for one with a divorce attorney, or is at…
Divorce
July 2026
Same Sex Adoption in Alabama
Recently the topic of same sex adoption has arisen in Alabama. The issue comes from a same sex couple who may have gotten legally married in a state…
Divorce
July 2026
Domestic Violence and Teen Dating
The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) defines domestic violence as physical, mental, sexual or emotional abuse in an intimate relationship. It occurs when one person uses abusive…