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What are the Child Support Guidelines in Alabama?
Preface Relating to Scope. This rule, as amended effective October 4,1993, shall apply to all new actions filed or proceedings instituted on or after October 4, 1993. Any actions or proceedings … more
When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Alabama?
If a spouse’s funds are insufficient for that spouse’s maintenance then a court may award spousal support or alimony. The court may not consider assets acquired prior to marriage … more
What are Grounds for Divorce in Alabama?
An Alabama court may grant a divorce upon a finding of fault such as adultery, voluntary abandonment for one year or more, imprisonment for 2 years or more, the commission of a crime, alcohol or … more

How to Establish Paternity
With steadily rising numbers of children being born out of wedlock, and a society that no longer stigmatizes having children outside of a marriage, paternity courts are overrun with unmarried litigants seeking to establish paternity, custody, visitation, child support and related matters regarding their children. Fortunately, paternity court is not the only means of establishing … more
Saying I Do: With a Prenuptial Agreement
Wedding days are often preceded by deciding on flower arrangements and planning a romantic honeymoon. While those things are important and make your special occasion extraordinary and personal, there are also some important practical matters that engaged couples should consider. Among those matters, is the often debated prenuptial agreement. Some critics claim that a prenuptial … more

Survey of Child Support Guidelines: Do They Use Net Income or Gross Income?
This chart from the Department of Health and Human Services shows the state laws regarding how income is determined for purposes of calculating a … more