Category Archives: Divorce
New Beginnings Family Law Intro Video
Hello, I’m attorney Amber James with New Beginning Family Law. You are likely going through an emotionally difficult time right now, or you would not be here. Legal proceedings…
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What Documents Should You Bring To Your Initial Consultation?
Deciding when or if to initiate a divorce proceeding is often an extremely difficult decision to make that can leave you feeling overwhelmed or confused. Taking the first step to…
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How To Co-Parent During The Holidays?
Communication, while a divorce is pending during the holidays, is key. Both parties should strive to inform the other of any and all plans to celebrate the holiday season,…
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Things That Might Happen If You Don’t File a Divorce Correctly?
There is a multitude of consequences that could occur from a divorce not being filed correctly. For instance, a judge could deny the Agreement entered by the parties forcing…
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Does Alabama Require Separation Before Divorce?
Yes. Before a divorce can be finalized, there must be a marital separation. Such a separation does not necessarily mean a physical separation of the parties; rather marital separation…
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Can You Take Your Spouse’s Name Off Our Joint Checking Account
The answer to this can be tricky and require a fact-intensive inquiry. A party may remove their soon-to-be-ex spouse’s name off a joint checking account so long as the Court…
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Divorce Rates Surge in Coronavirus Quarantine
The great disruptor, COVID-19 has insinuated itself into nearly every facet of American life. It’s even blamed in part for a recent spike in divorce rates. Across the country, divorce…
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How to Survive the Holidays During a Divorce
While navigating the holidays during a divorce can be challenging, there are a few tips that are common for all parties involved. First, make new family traditions. Everything changes…
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Common Alabama Divorce Mistakes Men Make
There are many common mistakes men make while navigating through the divorce process. The first common mistake made by men is moving out of the family home. While it…
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Can Your Spouse Claim Retirement Benefits in a Divorce?
Potential clients and clients routinely ask whether their spouse has a claim to their retirement benefits or whether they are entitled to any portion of their spouse’s retirement benefits.…
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