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What are some reasons that a spouse would need a protection from abuse order in a divorce? Alabama courts have taken the issue of domestic violence very seriously in order to punish and prevent the abuse of victims within the state. Sometimes you need your divorce lawyer in Decatur or wherever you reside to file …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce

What are some reasons someone might file an emergency custody petition in a contested divorce in Auburn or anywhere else in Alabama? A petition for emergency custody of a child is used when one spouse believes that a child is in harm’s way and they seek immediate custody of that child in order to protect …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce

What is a pendente lite motion and when is it commonly used in divorces? Pendente lite is a Latin legal term that means waiting for litigation. This term is used regarding court orders that are in effect until the case has been litigated. These types of motions can be used for many different legal issues, …

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