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The Difference Between Friends and Therapists During Divorce

The Difference Between Friends and Therapists During Divorce

You know not to treat your friends as therapists and your therapists as friends; however, during divorce it can be difficult not to blur the lines when you need all the support you can get. Knowing the difference between friends and therapists during divorce can be very helpful when dealing with your many emotions throughout this process. Remember that using…

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How to get a divorce when you can’t find your spouse

How to get a divorce when you can’t find your spouse: Divorce by Default It happens: you and your spouse separate and then you can’t track down your spouse to get a divorce or your spouse just won’t respond to your divorce complaint. You can still be granted a divorce through the courts in Alabama through a default judgment. A…

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Q&A with local mediation expert

Since 1979 Cody Wayne Foote has been active in the legal world as an attorney and now most recently, as a mediator. Located at 217 S 8th Street in downtown Opelika, the Law and Mediation Center serves a variety of cases each day from divorce proceedings to property disputes.  Katie Crow Law had the opportunity to sit down with Mr.…

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How to prepare for stepchild adoption

Stepchild adoption is a public, emotional commitment to a child and shows that you will be there for them no matter what. There are also legal benefits for you and your family. Some of those benefits are: If something were to happen to the birth parent suddenly, you would be the legal guardian of the child and not some distant…

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How to protect yourself from abuse during your divorce

How to protect yourself from abuse during your divorce

Are you in an abusive relationship and are scared of what will happen if you ask for a divorce? Your safety and your children’s safety should be your first priority when making any decision. If you feel that asking for a divorce from your volatile partner would put that safety at risk, you can take precautionary legal action to protect…

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3 lessons from Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck’s divorce

3 lessons from Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck’s divorce

By now you might have heard that an A-list celebrity couple we all know and love have decided to file for divorce after 10 years of marriage. Ben Affleck, 42, and his soon to be ex-wife Jennifer Garner, 43, announced their split only one day after they celebrated their 10th anniversary. The two met on set of their movie “Daredevil”…

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5 people you need on your divorce team

5 people you need on your divorce team

Years ago, divorce was a simple process between you, your spouse and your individual lawyers. Nowadays, it can take an entire team of professionals to support you and ensure the success of your split. Building a good divorce team can help protect your sanity, your finances and your potential relationships with all involved parties including your children. Here are some…

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