By Amy Slayden | Published May 30, 2026 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: custody, divorce, mediation |
Alabama courts encourage mediation to reduce conflict and give parties a chance to resolve disputes without the delays and costs of trial. A trained mediator — usually a lawyer with experience in the field of law involved — guides the parties through structured discussions. Sessions may include joint meetings or private conversations called caucuses. If Read More
Read MoreIn Alabama, the question of who receives the family home in a divorce is governed by the state’s equitable distribution laws. The court divides marital property in a manner it deems fair, but not necessarily equal. Marital property in Alabama typically includes assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage, including the family home, regardless Read More
Read MoreSo you and your spouse both want to end your marriage. You’ve accepted that the marriage isn’t working and you’ve agreed in principle on how to handle financial matters and, if you have kids, how you’ll handle child custody and visitation. In Alabama, this makes you eligible for an uncontested divorce, which is generally faster, Read More
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