5 Steps to Prepare for Divorce Mediation in Alabama
Mediation is often the best opportunity to resolve your divorce case outside of court. It allows you and your spouse to work through difficult issues with a neutral third party, and it often leads to faster, less expensive, and more personalized outcomes than traditional litigation. However, the success of your…
What Military Families Need to Know Before Filing for Divorce in Alabama
Military divorce in Alabama involves unique challenges, including federal benefit division, SCRA protections, and custody complications. Understanding these factors before filing helps protect your finances, your benefits, and your parental rights. Key Takeaways: Alabama allows military families to file for divorce if either spouse has lived in the state for…
Understanding Spousal Support in Alabama: Will You Be Okay Financially After Divorce?
Spousal support (alimony) in Alabama helps maintain financial stability after divorce by providing payments from one spouse to the other based on factors including marriage length, income differences, career sacrifices, and each spouse’s ability to become self-supporting. Alabama recognizes interim, rehabilitative (up to 5 years), and periodic alimony (limited…
How to Adopt a Child in Alabama: A Complete Guide for Prospective Parents
Understanding how to adopt a child in Alabama involves meeting eligibility criteria and navigating a structured legal process overseen by Alabama courts. At Leigh Daniel Family Law, we encourage you to schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Alabama adoption lawyer who can guide you on the adoption journey. Understanding…
Divorce and Business: How Alabama Business Owners Can Protect Their Assets and Ownership
Your hard work building a business should not be jeopardized by a divorce. Yet, without proper planning and legal guidance during a divorce, your company’s future may be at risk. Whether you operate a small family business, a professional practice, or a larger commercial enterprise, Leigh Daniel Family Law is…
How to Avoid Probate in Alabama: Legal Options to Protect Your Estate
Alabama probate proceedings can take months or even years, while depleting estate assets through administrative costs and legal fees. Knowing how to avoid probate in Alabama enables you to ensure your beneficiaries receive their inheritance efficiently and privately. Schedule a consultation with an experienced Alabama probate attorney at Leigh Daniel…
How Hidden Assets Are Discovered in Divorce Cases
In some divorce cases, a spouse may try to conceal assets to keep them for personal use or to reduce their spousal or child support obligations. However, watching for red flags can tell you when you should start looking for marital assets your soon-to-be-ex may be hiding. If you don’t…
Top Mistakes to Avoid in a Contested Divorce in Alabama
A contested divorce in Alabama is a taxing, time-consuming, and highly emotional event. The last thing you want is to make the process longer, pricier, or more painful than necessary. Unfortunately, many Alabama residents make their divorce harder through avoidable errors. Knowing the mistakes to avoid in a contested divorce…
The Impact of Adultery on Divorce Proceedings in Alabama
Adultery can have an enormous impact on the health of a marriage – and on resulting divorce proceedings as well. If you’re going through an adultery-related divorce in Alabama, you need an experienced attorney on your side to address the legal consequences. Understanding Adultery Under Alabama Divorce Law Adultery involves…
How to Prepare Financially for a High-Net-Worth Divorce
Getting divorced can create significant financial changes, even for high-net-worth couples. Spouses with substantial assets can take steps to get ready for life without their ex’s income or after splitting family assets. An experienced family law attorney who has a track record of working with high-net-worth families can help you…
