Alabama Divorce and Family Law

How Do I File for Divorce in Alabama?

How you file your Alabama divorce depends on the type of divorce you choose. Alabama has a long list of grounds for divorce, so how do you decide what type of divorce is right for you?

Divorce Basics in Alabama - FAQs

Do you have general questions about divorce in Alabama? Find your answers here.

Alabama Motions for Temporary Relief FAQ's

Are you requesting for financial support during the divorce process? Learn more about motion for temporary relief.

Contempt Charges in Alabama Divorce

Are you in contempt of court for not obliging to your divorce decree or paying child support? Learn more detailed information about contempt charges in Alabama.

Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Alabama

Learn more about alimony in Alabama, including whether you qualify, how much you should get, and for how long.

Adultery in Alabama: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?

If you’re getting divorced in Alabama, a claim of adultery can significantly affect your case. Continue reading to find out how cheating might impact alimony.

The Basics of Annulment in Alabama

Do you believe your marriage is invalid? Learn the details of annulment in Alabama.

Child Support in Alabama

Alabama, like most states, has very specific rules for determining the financial responsibilities of single, separated, or divorced parents and for ensuring that parents pay support. These rules can be fairly complicated. Find out how child support is calculated in Alabama, and how those payments are enforced.

Paternity in Alabama

Learn why establishing paternity is a critical step in collecting child support.

Child Support Enforcement in Alabama

Get the answers to frequently asked questions about how child support is enforced and collected in Alabama.

Alabama Divorce: Dividing Property

Find out how marital property (and debt) is divided in a Alabama divorce case.

Uncontested Divorce in Alabama

Divorce isn't always complicated and expensive. Find out if you qualify for an uncontested divorce process in Alabama.

How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Alabama

Learn more about how domestic violence impacts child custody decisions in Alabama.

Can Children Express Preference in Alabama Custody Proceedings?

Learn whether a child's custodial preference has any effect on custody in Alabama.

Child Custody and Relocation Laws in Alabama

Handling custody and visitation when one parent moves.