Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce
Generally speaking, there are two types of divorces, contested and uncontested. The former tends to be more expensive, both financially and emotionally, while the latter is cheaper and more cooperative. In this article we will look at some of the specific differences between the two with the hope that this context can determine what is …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce
While a contested divorce can often be acrimonious, with issues like child custody, support, and the division of property making things difficult between both parties. Couples who can resolve these and other issues prior to filing can avoid the stress of a contested divorce by obtaining an uncontested divorce. If the terms of separation can …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law
With so many different banking options today, many people have more than one bank account. Many couples divide accounts into mine, yours, and ours. However, if you find your spouse has a secret bank account that you never knew about, you might wonder what this means for your relationship. The first step to finding out …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law
Divorcing your spouse can be a financially draining endeavor. Between court costs, attorney fees, other expert fees, and new living costs, you can expect to spend more than $10,000 or more by the end of your divorce proceedings. Therefore, it’s important to make sufficient financial preparations to control any future expenses. Here are some ways you …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law
With the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, Alabama joined all fifty states in recognizing same sex marriage. And though judges in certain counties opposed issuing marriage licenses, state lawmakers passed a bill replacing licenses with certificates, leading the way to a full recognition of same sex marriage, as well as necessitating the …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce
Since cryptocurrencies are non-tangible forms of wealth, it might be tempting to think that they would not count as marital assets. In fact, their increasing use has led to some spouses attempting to conceal their wealth before a divorce can take place. For our Birmingham divorce lawyer, discovering concealed evidence of cryptocurrency investments for clients …
Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce
Going through a divorce is always hard but going through a divorce in the middle of a global pandemic can seem downright impossible. You might be wondering if it is safe to file for divorce in these uncertain times. However, it is still possible and safe to get divorced during the COVID-19 crisis. Some counties …
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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce
A no-fault divorce is a divorce in which neither spouse blames the other for the breakdown of the marriage. Instead, the marriage ends because of another reason, such as irreconcilable differences between the spouses or a lack of willingness to make the marriage work. A no-fault divorce may also occur when the spouses have been …
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A couple planning a divorce should form a voluntary college support agreement about how to finance their children’s college education. It is a good idea to form a plan before the divorce is final. This is hard when the children are young or there are special considerations present, such as a child wanting to attend …
Posted by Tyler Winans | Divorce
Several methods of divorce are common in Alabama Courts. The most common way of getting a divorce is when the other spouse is served the filing and they get a lawyer. Negotiations ensue and an agreement is reached. Another way the divorce can happen is the spouse can be served the paperwork and not respond …
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