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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

There are two types of divorces in Alabama, contested and no fault or uncontested divorce. No Fault or uncontested divorces are generally much cheaper and quicker than a traditional contested divorce. This is largely due to the fact that there is no need for a trial in an uncontested divorce. In an uncontested divorce in …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

There are many different factors that affect the time period in which a divorce can be completed in Alabama. The main factor being whether or not the divorce is contested. If the divorce is contested the time period for the divorce varies vastly depending on the complexity of the disputes. Whereas an uncontested divorce can …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

In Alabama you can modify a divorce decree. In order to do this, one party must file a petition to begin a divorce modification. The divorce decree is an order by the judge for the parties to perform certain actions. The process to modify a divorce decree by agreement is mostly done through paperwork. However, …

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Posted by Steven A. Harris | Divorce, Family Law

When dissolving a marriage, there are two different types of divorces. There are contested divorces and uncontested divorces. Contested divorces are divorces where the two parties cannot agree on the settlement terms of their divorce, which typically include issues like alimony, financial asset division, property division, child support, child custody, etc. Contested divorces are much …

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