Shutting down is one of the ways most children respond to divorce news. After informing your kid(s) that you are dissolving the marriage, they may isolate themselves emotionally and physically, particularly when they are old enough to understand what's happening. So,...
Divorce
How to financially prepare for a divorce
When facing divorce, you may become overwhelmed with everything you must do and consider. The last thing on your mind may be your life once the divorce is finalized. However, immediately planning for your life after divorce is necessary. One of the most important...
Alimony in Alabama: What are your spousal support options?
Divorce, while often necessary, can leave a tangled web of financial questions and concerns in its wake. People who earn less or have fewer potential economic resources than their spouses can suffer financial hardship after divorcing. Alimony, or spousal support, can...
When should you tell your spouse you want a divorce?
Timing is crucial when it comes to telling your spouse you want a divorce. Doing so at the wrong time can negatively impact your divorce process and experience in general. So, when should you tell your spouse that you want to end the marriage? When you are sure...
How is alimony determined in Alabama?
During divorces in Alabama the spouses have to resolve many issues, but one of the more complicated ones is alimony. In situations where one spouse earns significantly more than the other one it can put the lower earning spouse in a very difficult position as they...
Property division and digital assets
As Millennials and Generation Z divorce with increasing frequency, digital assets become a much more important piece of the divorce pie. After all, digital assets are separated in the Mobile, Alabama, property division process, just like any other asset, but because...
How do courts determine the best interests of the child in Alabama?
Children often struggle to adjust after their parents’ divorce, but choosing the right custody arrangement can make the process much easier for them. In many divorce cases, joint custody is the preferred option, as it allows both parents to maintain strong...
What are you getting into with a divorce case?
When an Alabama resident is thinking about pursuing divorce, they may be intimidated by the legal complexities of the process. Most of us know someone who has been through a divorce and our ideas about how the actual legal process will go can vary greatly. So, what...
Is it a good idea to file for bankruptcy during a divorce?
Many times, an Alabama couple’s financial problems can lead to the breakdown of their marriage. This is one reason why, when Mobile couples are in the middle of a divorce, they may discover they are also in a bad financial situation with a lot of debt. Just because a...
What are your options for your business during divorce?
If you have a family business, then you’re probably worried about what’s going to happen to it during your divorce. This is understandable given the value that’s oftentimes attached to these businesses, and you don’t want to be left feeling like you’ve thrown away...