A Huntsville uncontested divorce lawyer from Charlotte Christian Law can help you and your spouse reach agreements, file the paperwork, and receive an uncontested divorce. We can also help you if you decide an uncontested divorce is not for you and that you need to move forward with a no-fault or fault-based petition for divorce.
A Huntsville divorce attorney from our team will guide you through the divorce process from start to finish. We will be by your side to provide the support, advice, and representation you need. We protect our client’s best interests.
What Is an Uncontested Divorce in Alabama?
When an uncontested divorce works as it is supposed to, it is the easiest, quickest, and cheapest way to get divorced in Alabama. To get an uncontested divorce, you and your spouse must agree on all the issues in the divorce, from asset division to spousal support and more. An uncontested divorce is also possible when the couple has children together. They will need to agree on child support, child custody, and visitation.
The requirements for uncontested divorce include both parties living in Alabama for at least six months before filing and when the paperwork is filed.
An uncontested divorce is not good for every situation, however. If a judge believes either party is being taken advantage of or coerced by the other, they will not grant this type of divorce. In addition, it is not uncommon for disagreements to arise between divorcing partners as the process moves forward, making an uncontested divorce impossible.
For a free legal consultation with a uncontested divorce lawyer serving Huntsville, call (256) 445-9206
What Is the Role of an Attorney in an Uncontested Divorce?
At Charlotte Christian Law, we help clients navigate uncontested divorces if that is the best option for them. We agree that it is the least combative and easiest way to get a divorce in Alabama, and we want to support our clients when they can use this option for a less stressful legal dissolution of their marriage.
In many cases, couples seeking an uncontested divorce will hire only one Huntsville family law attorney to guide both parties through the process and draft their petition. However, it is important to remember that this law firm must protect the interests of the party who retained their services in the first place. For this reason, we encourage divorcing parties to hire their own attorneys even when seeking an uncontested divorce.
Hiring Charlotte Christian Law Protects Your Interests
Our Huntsville divorce lawyers will provide you with advice, guidance, and representation even if you and your spouse are using another law firm to draw up your divorce and agreements and file the paperwork for you. We understand that an uncontested divorce is often easier, but we also know there are many advantages that come with having a knowledgeable attorney on your side. We have experience in drafting, navigating, and filing uncontested divorces.
In addition, we have seen negotiations go awry during the process of mediating for an uncontested divorce. These disagreements can become combative, and it is not uncommon for it to turn to a contested divorce quickly. If this happens with your spouse, we will be ready to step in and fight for your best interests, preparing a no-fault or fault-based petition and moving forward in a contested case.
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How does an Uncontested Divorce Work in Alabama?
When you seek an uncontested divorce, you and your partner must reach agreements on all major issues in the case. You will need to negotiate settlements, file paperwork, and have an attorney draft a petition for divorce. Then, they will file these documents with the Madison County clerk or the appropriate county clerk’s office.
Parents can agree to an uncontested divorce in Huntsville, as well. The general process works the same as those without children, although there are more things to agree on and additional forms to file. Our attorney will help you with this process. Because it involves your children, it may be more difficult to agree on these issues, as well. This includes:
- Child support
- Child custody and decision-making
- Visitation and physical custody
Once all the appropriate paperwork is filed, Alabama requires a “cooling off” period of at least 30 days. This waiting period ensures couples do not get divorced over a short-term disagreement. Some couples do decide to reconcile during this time. If you confirm you are ready to divorce following the cooling-off period, the court will review the agreement and grant the divorce.
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What Do I Need to Do Next to Move Forward with My Huntsville Uncontested Divorce?
If you are considering whether an uncontested divorce may be for you, your best option is to talk to a divorce attorney in Huntsville. At Charlotte Christian Law, we handle uncontested and no-fault divorces and contested and fault-based divorces. We can help with a military divorce, high-asset split, and other complex divorces. We also represent parents in child custody disputes.
We understand that you may feel alone, frustrated, and unsure what to do first, even if you believe you and your partner can agree on most or all issues in your divorce. We can offer compassionate, supportive, and knowledgeable advice and guidance for your unique circumstances. Our team is here for you and will support your interests from start to finish.
Our attorneys can draft your uncontested divorce agreements or review these agreements prepared by a law firm your spouse hired. We can also provide you with tools, resources, and representation for reaching agreements or protecting your rights during this process.
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Speak with Our Team About Your Huntsville Divorce
You can discuss your options for divorce and learn how our team of attorneys can help you during an initial consultation with a lawyer from our Huntsville office. At Charlotte Christian Law, we pride ourselves on being there for our clients throughout the divorce process, from the first day until the case is final. Let us fight to protect your interests.
Call (256) 859-7277 to reach an attorney in our Madison County office. We also have locations in Athens and Birmingham.
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