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Divorce and Domestic Violence in Alabama: Answers to Some Common Questions
This article gives answers to some of the questions many divorce clients ask. It gives information about where and when to file divorce and about Protection Orders and Restraining Orders.
By: Legal Services Alabama
Questions to Ask Before You Hire an Attorney
(Separate Website)
Lists of general questions about divorce or custody cases and questions about attorney fees and costs.
By: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
This form can be used to file for Divorce when there are NO minor children and NO debts for the Court to divide.
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By: Alabama State Bar
Plaintiff's Testimony PS-09
Form to be used for the Plaintiff's Testimony in a Divorce when there are NO minor children and NO debts for the Court to divide.
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By: Alabama State Bar
Request for Divorce Judgment by Default PS-10
Form to be used to Request a Default Judgment in a Divorce when there are NO minor children and NO debts for the Court to divide.
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By: Alabama State Bar
Child Support and Alimony from Military Personnel and Department of Defense Employees
(Separate Website)
Information about garnishing the pay of active, reserve, and retired members of the military and the pay of civilian employees of the Federal government for payment of child and/or spousal support.
By: Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act
(Separate Website)
Frequently asked questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act.
By: Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Save Those Papers!
In order to protect your rights, you may need to use papers others have given you. This fact sheet tells you what papers you should save.
By: Legal Services Alabama
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