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What If You Get Divorced After Adopting a Child?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawWhen you adopt a child, you offer them a safe, stable, and loving home. While divorce does change the makeup of your home and family, it should not change your adopted child’s relationship with either parent. During a divorce, many parents wonder if having an adopted child changes anything about the process. If this sounds […]
Pet Custody Battles in a Divorce
/in Divorce & Family Law/by Kirk Drennan LawDivorce comes with more than its share of hard decisions. One choice that often leads to bitter disputes is who gets to keep the family pet. While some states have enacted legislation to treat pets like children in terms of considering their best interests, others still follow decades-old legislation that treats pets as property. If […]
Does Marital Misconduct Affect Alimony and Divorce in Alabama?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawWhen you think about the end of a marriage, it’s easy to point fingers. In most cases, a million little mistakes or missteps lead to the end of a marriage. However, that isn’t always the case. When one person’s actions are the sole reason for a divorce, you may wonder if the other person has […]
Unique Issues with Divorce for International Couples
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawInternational couples face a variety of struggles that domestic couples will never have to think about. Unfortunately, some of these issues only get more complicated when they make the decision to divorce. Whether the marriage happened in the United States or abroad, you’ll likely face a longer waiting time and a more complex negotiation process […]
My Ex Received a Raise—Can I Modify My Child Support Amount?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawChild support is a touchy subject for many co-parents, even those who generally have a friendly and healthy relationship. There are often feelings on both sides that the other is not doing their part, which leads to resentment and degrades the co-parenting relationship over time. If you know your ex has gotten a raise and […]
Helpful Tips for Dealing with a Divorce During the Holidays
/in Divorce & Family Law/by Kirk Drennan LawIn case divorce wasn’t painful enough, you’re now having to go through it during the holiday season. Full of sentimental memories, couples walking arm-in-arm, and family traditions that no longer exist, the holiday season is easily one of the most painful times for a newly divorced individual. The good news is that it does get […]
What Happens If I Date While Going Through a Divorce?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawYou and your spouse have decided to divorce, and for the first time in years, you feel like you can breathe. While some people come out of a divorce feeling broken and needing time to heal, others may want to date right away. This is especially common if one person mentally checked out of the […]
Is Virtual Child Visitation Right for You?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawThe Internet has changed nearly every aspect of how we live, and in many ways, it has made life easier. This is true for many divorced parents, including those who do not get to see their children as often as they would like. Even if in-person visitation is not always a viable option, virtual visitation […]
Is It Legal to Record and Spy on Your Spouse During an Alabama Divorce?
/in family law/by David MatineThere are multiple reasons you may want more information on your spouse’s activities during a divorce. Perhaps you want proof of their infidelity so you can file for fault, rather than a no-fault divorce. Maybe you think that certain types of evidence will help you in a custody battle. Regardless of why you want this […]
Child Support After Remarriage
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawAlabama takes child support seriously. There is a clear expectation that both legal parents of a child contribute to that child’s upbringing. That’s why the basic calculation method used in this state requires both parents’ income. Even if one parent brings in a significantly lower income than the other, their earnings are still considered part […]