MOBILE LEGAL BLOG
MAKING THE DECISION TO MEDIATE YOUR DIVORCE
Deciding which divorce process is best for you is a big decision to make once you have decided to divorce. Knowing how to decide between the different options, including mediation or traditional litigation, is beneficial information to have and may result in a decision to mediate your divorce. BENEFITS OF DIVORCE MEDIATION There are a…
DO I HAVE TO ANSWER ALL POLICE QUESTIONS?
When a crime is committed, Alabama law enforcement officials want as much information as possible, as quickly as possible. If you have been arrested, it is possible that police officers will start asking you questions right away. Many people are intimidated by law enforcement and feel as though they have to answer any question they…
PROPERTY DIVISION CAN BE MORE COMPLICATED FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES
Just as every marriage is unique, so too is every divorce. Although the basic legal issues tend to be common from one divorce to the next, the importance and complexity of those issues will vary with the circumstances. Nowhere is this more true than with same-sex couples and property division. EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION MOSTLY WORKS Alabama…
PARENTS CAN PLAN FOR THEIR CHILDREN’S CARE THROUGH WILLS
The purpose of estate planning in Alabama is to plan for people’s deaths. While people can lose their lives at any point in time, it is generally something most younger people do not expect to happen for many years. Due to this fact, estate planning is not something younger people make a priority. Additionally, younger people may…
CRITICAL FACTS ABOUT HOW ALIMONY IS EXPECTED TO WORK IN ALABAMA
Alabama couples who are in the middle class or are considered “high-asset” couples may face various financial concerns when they get a divorce. In these marriages, alimony is a frequent topic for acrimony. Often, one spouse was the primary breadwinner while the other earned less or was a stay-at-home partner. The key to alimony is…
WILL A CRIMINAL CHARGE AFFECT MY RECORD?
Mere allegations of criminal wrongdoing can have a tremendous impact on your life. That is why we tell our clients time and again that they need to be prepared to fight every aspect of the criminal charges that have been levied against them. But how, exactly, can a criminal charge affect your record and your…
IS DIVORCE GOING TO RUIN MY FUTURE?
Divorce is not only emotionally exhausting, but it can also be financially draining. The consequences of divorce may have a long-term effect on the financial health of both spouses regardless of income level, if they don’t plan out their exit strategy. For divorcing couples in Alabama, it is often the lack of focus and attention…
WHEN SHOULD I CONSIDER UPDATING MY ESTATE PLAN?
Estate planning helps you prepare for what is ahead. But it’s also an ongoing process. You may need to update your estate plan to reflect the changes that have taken place in your life since you put your signature on your plan. MILESTONES IN LIFE Certain benchmarks should merit the estate planner reviewing their estate plan. These…
WHAT DO I DO WHEN I SEE POLICE LIGHTS BEHIND ME?
First, breathe. In nearly all traffic interactions with the police, the result is a warning or ticket, even if someone is, arguably, guilty of much more serious offenses. But, to ensure the best outcome, there are some best practices when one sees those cop lights. FIND THE BEST WAY TO EXIT THE ROADWAY The first interaction with…
COMMON TRUSTS THAT YOU MAY WANT IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN
There are a lot of ways to go about developing your estate plan. Although that should give you comfort knowing that you can custom tailor your plan to suit your needs, a lot of people find the process completely overwhelming. To them, there’s simply too much to learn and the matter doesn’t seem urgent enough…