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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

When couples decide to get a divorce, they can choose between two main types: contested and uncontested. An uncontested divorce in Jefferson County, also known as a “no-fault divorce,” is a type of divorce in which both parties agree on all the terms of the divorce, including the division of assets and custody of children. …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

Divorce and legal separation are two distinct legal processes that married couples who want to end their marriage or live apart can seek. Both processes have distinctive qualities of their own and may be suitable in certain circumstances.  A divorce, also known as a dissolution of marriage, is a legal process that ends a marriage …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

The discovery process in a divorce is a legal procedure in which each party to the divorce receives information and evidence relevant to the issues in the case from the other party or from third parties. This procedure is intended to ensure that each party has access to all relevant information and evidence in order …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

When a couple decides to end their marriage, they can choose between a contested and uncontested divorce. A contested divorce in Birmingham occurs when the parties are unable to agree on critical matters such as property distribution, child custody, or alimony. In this instance, the parties may have to go to court to have a …

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