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How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Alabama? Our divorce lawyers in Montgomery, Birmingham, or anywhere else across the State of Alabama currently charge flat fees for uncontested divorces in Alabama. There is also a filing fee that is charged for filing an uncontested divorce and it is set by each particular county. These …

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Obergefell v. Hodges Decision On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court issued their decision in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges. In a 5-4 ruling, the Court decided that the right to marry is a fundamental right that is guaranteed to same sex couples under the Due Process and Equal Protection clauses of the Fourteenth Amendment of …

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Understanding the Answer in an Alabama Divorce Case When one spouse files for divorce, the legal process officially begins once the other spouse is served with divorce papers. At that point, the receiving spouse, known as the Defendant, must decide how to respond. One of the most important steps in this process is filing an …

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Understanding Paternity in Divorce Cases Paternity plays a critical role in many Alabama divorce cases involving children. It determines the legal relationship between a father and a child, which directly affects custody, visitation, and financial responsibilities. When a married couple with children decides to file for divorce, paternity is often presumed. However, in certain situations, …

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What Is a Divorce Decree? When a divorce case reaches its conclusion, the court issues a document known as a divorce decree. This document is the official order that legally ends the marriage and outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties moving forward. Many people assume that once the paperwork is filed, the divorce …

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