People underestimate how different their financial situation will look after separating from their spouse. With the sudden shifts in income, assets, and expenses, a financial advisor can be one of the most valuable investments you make to plan before, during, and after a divorce. You can face challenges like managing your assets, creating a budget, and mapping your financial future through them. The Financial Issues Read More
Do You Need to Get Legally Separated in Alabama?
Because divorce laws differ by state, our clients voice a lot of confusion about whether they must be legally separated before pursuing a divorce in Alabama. Legal separation is an option, but it’s not a requirement. Although there is a lot of overlap between the two, you should be aware of some stark and fundamental differences. Each clarifies issues such as child custody, property division, and spousal support, but Read More
Managing Conflict Respectfully with Your Co-Parent
Saying that co-parenting after a divorce is challenging is a significant understatement. At its core, you are forced to form a new relationship after one has already deteriorated. If you are still at the beginning of your divorce, remember that even the most contentious divorced couples can still be effective parents. It takes commitment from both sides, and that resolve is built around putting your children first. Read More
How to Build a Support System for Your Divorce
It's important to remember that you don't have to go through it alone. Building a support system during a divorce can give you the emotional, practical, and legal help you need. A Divorcee’s Needs Outside of Legal Support You need more than legal assistance when you're going through a divorce. Emotional and practical support are also crucial. Emotional support helps you deal with the many feelings that come with Read More
Parenting Time During A Pending Divorce
Parents going through a divorce must address how they will share time with their children. This process often starts with court-issued guidelines that simplify arrangements and reduce conflicts. However, standard solutions don't always address every family's specific needs, which makes it important to understand when and why deviations from these norms might be necessary. Because there can be a lot of tension and Read More
Should You Stay In Your Home During The Divorce Process?
The decision to remain in your home during a divorce is complex. Living together during a divorce is very hard and will inevitably lead to tension; however, leaving introduces new challenges. This is a common question, and it’s another significant decision point in an already difficult period. It’s essential to have a clear understanding of the law and how your choices could influence the outcome of your Read More
What Is Discovery & Why Is It Necessary?
Going through a divorce or post-divorce litigation involves many steps, but one of the most crucial is the discovery process. During this phase, both sides work to uncover the facts that may impact the outcome of the case. This phase is extensive and often feels overwhelming, due to the depth and breadth of information required. No one enjoys this process; it's invasive, time-consuming, and emotionally taxing. Read More
Alimony: Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities
Alimony or spousal support is a frequent point of contention in divorces yet most people don’t fully understand how it’s determined. This article is an exploration of alimony in Alabama, and will examine its various forms, how it is calculated, and the eligibility criteria. Understanding alimony is as relevant to the person paying as it is to the person receiving it. It has a direct impact on your quality of life Read More
$3,805 raised for Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy!
In the spirit of gratitude and giving back, Mission Fitness, the heart of our workouts, hosted a "Planksgiving Challenge" throughout November. For each challenge card completed, Empowered Family Law matched $5, contributing to our collective effort to support Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy. The total amount raised reached an incredible $3,805. As a law firm committed to empowerment and community impact, Empowered Family Read More
Understanding the Process of Modifying Child Support Orders
Your life after a divorce doesn’t remain stagnant, so the court orders you receive at the time of your divorce shouldn’t either. These subsequent changes in your life often affect child support arrangements. Both parents and children may face situations and challenges that necessitate an adjustment in child support. Parents should know when and how these modifications can be made to foster an environment that Read More