The Alsobrook Law Firm is located in Opelika, AL and serves clients in and around Opelika, Loachapoka, Auburn, Salem, Waverly, Cusseta, Smiths, Barbour County, Bullock County, Calhoun County, Chambers County, Clay County, Cleburne County, Coosa County, Dale County, Elmore County, Henry County, Lee County, Macon County, Montgomery County, Pike County, Randolph County, Russell County, Talladega County and Tallapoosa County.
FIRM LOCATION
114 N 9th Street
Opelika, AL 36801
Telephone:
334.737.3718
Fax:
334.737.3716
Who Gets to Keep the Pets During a Divorce?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupDivorces are always challenging and typically involve contentious fights over certain assets. In an Auburn, AL divorce, one common dispute involves the family pet. Who gets to keep the pet? Some states have passed a new regulation that treats pets more like children during a divorce. In these states, courts consider the animal’s best interest […]
Navigating a Home Transfer During an Auburn Divorce
/by Alsobrook Law GroupIf divorcing spouses can agree on who will keep their marital home, then the divorce decree will include that decision. However, if you and your partner decide that only you will keep the home, you will typically have to compensate your spouse for their share of the property’s equity. It is vital for you to […]
Who Pays Private School Tuition After an Auburn Divorce?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupAfter a divorce, each parent has a duty to provide for their child financially, irrespective of the fact that the parents are no longer married, or the child may not reside with the parent on a full-time basis. Various factors influence the amount of child support. The state of Alabama has specific guidelines for calculating […]
How Do I Divorce My Military Spouse Who is Stationed Overseas?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupState courts govern matters related to marriage and divorce. However, military personnel has special protections under federal law as well as special considerations about property, income, marital support, child custody, and benefits. It is best to work with an Auburn, Alabama divorce attorney who is familiar with these complicating factors if one or both spouses […]
Can a Child Choose Which Parent They Want to Live with During an Auburn Divorce?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupDivorcing or separating parents will often have different views on where their kids should live after the separation. Further, the children may have their own opinions on where they want to stay and their preferred parenting time schedule. An Auburn family court judge may base their decision on the best interests of the child, including […]
Is My Spouse Entitled to Half My Business in an Auburn Divorce?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupIn case of divorce, the decision on who receives ownership of a family-owned or privately held business will depend on various factors. One of the most complicated facets of the dissolution of a marriage is the division of assets, particularly when it comes to the division of business property that one spouse has worked hard […]
Preparing for Divorce Mediation in Auburn, AL
/by Alsobrook Law GroupWhen it comes to divorce in Auburn, you have already won on some levels if you are considering divorce mediation. Both you and your spouse have won, especially if you have kids, because while you and your partner may not agree on many things and maybe facing an incredibly difficult time in your lives, you […]
What Can and Cannot be Covered in a Prenuptial Agreement?
/by Alsobrook Law GroupNo one wants to contemplate divorce before they are even married. However, prenuptial or premarital agreements aim to set specific terms in place in case the marriage comes to an end. For example, a person with an established family enterprise may seek to protect those assets from the other party during a divorce. In Alabama, […]
How Will a DUI Impact My Employment in Auburn?
/by Alsobrook law groupUnlike most other states, Alabama does not have any regulations or laws restricting employers from screening job applicants based on their criminal record. With that said, an Auburn, AL DUI conviction can certainly make it more difficult for you to gain employment, regardless of your qualifications. As part of the screening process, most Alabama employers […]
Surviving Financially for a Stay at Home Mom After Divorce
/by Alsobrook Law GroupGoing through a divorce and dealing with its aftermath are never easy. The journey is often hard, especially for stay-at-home moms as they need to figure out a way to move on and reconstruct their life from scratch after the divorce is finalized. During marriage, you might have become accustomed to a situation where your […]