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What is a no contest divorce and why is it done without any court? A no contest divorce in Alabama is also known as an uncontested divorce. An uncontested divorce is when two spouses decide that they want to get a divorce and they both come to some form of an agreement as to their …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

What is a divorce retainer and why are they so high up front? A divorce retainer is a fee that attorneys charge for their work on a divorce. A retainer in a way is a form of a down payment for the services the divorce lawyer in Birmingham will provide during the divorce. A lawyer …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

Will I be able to get half of my husband’s retirement account in my divorce? There are many things that must be divided in the event of a Shelby County divorce. Many people think of the marital home, the cars, the vacation homes and many other assets. One martial asset that many people do not …

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When is it a good idea to have a deposition in my divorce proceeding? A deposition is a form of discovery that is used to gather information that is relevant to the case. This is a way to gather information about the case before the trial begins. This allows the parties to use the facts …

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Should I clear out the joint bank accounts before I file for divorce? Will I get in trouble with the divorce judge later on? A joint bank account is a bank account that a married couple shares and they both add to and take money out of throughout the course of the marriage. Both of …

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