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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

If you’re considering filing for divorce, it’s important to speak with a qualified divorce lawyer in Birmingham, Alabama. They can provide guidance on the best way to go about the process and answer any questions you may have. To make sure you get the most out of your consultation, here are the top 10 questions …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

You may know every detail of your life with your spouse, but the lawyers and judges do not.  You may not even know about all the key financial issues concerning your spouse.  The discovery process in a divorce is there to collect information and fill in all the gaps in a form that can be …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

When two people get married, they become a union in the eyes of the law.  This means they can share retirement benefits, may decide to pay taxes jointly, and make changes to their health and life insurance policies.  Once a couple legally gets married they begin to acquire marital property.  Marital property is any asset …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

What is the Difference Between a Contested Divorce and Uncontested Divorce? Divorce, also known as terminating a marriage or marital union, can be very difficult and trying.  If you’re considering going through the process of a divorce it’s important to know the two types of divorce:  contested and uncontested.  An uncontested divorce is one in …

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