Marital assets are divided “equitably” during a divorce under Alabama law. Those assets include retirement plans owned by either spouse, and the process can be highly complex for high net worth spouses. Alabama once protected retirement benefits unless a divorcing...
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How does the court determine joint custody of a child?
Getting divorced involves making difficult decisions, especially those regarding the custody of your child. Kids usually struggle when only one parent has custody of them, which is why the courts in Alabama always consider joint custody as an option. However, the...
4 surprising things about ‘gray divorce’
It used to be that divorce was mostly for younger people who have only been married for a few years. But today, the highest divorce rate is highest among people aged 55 to 64 at around 43 percent. While many people who get divorced in middle age are on their second...
What happens to the family business in a divorce?
A couple who decides to divorce will have a lot on their plate to deal with. Child custody and visitation rights, child support, and alimony are just a few of the challenges they will need to address. Property division can become a serious battleground for spouses,...
Do grandparents have a right to visitation or custody in Alabama?
There are times when grandparents may want to seek visitation or custody of their grandchildren. In most cases, the courts will hear requests when there is no one else to care for the children, but in a case of divorce, there are two parents still available. For the...