Birmingham Contested Divorce Attorney
Representing Clients in Jefferson County, Alabama & Beyond
At Ruth Robinson Law, we have 20+ years of experience, helping clients navigate their contested divorce cases. We believe in providing personalized legal representation tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our attorney can work diligently to protect your rights and interests, ensuring you receive the fair treatment you deserve.
Our team is committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to help our clients navigate this challenging time. Our goal is to guide our clients through the legal process with empathy and professionalism, working to help them receive a favorable outcome.
Ready to file a contested divorce petition? Contact us online or at (205) 984-1915.
What Is a Contested Divorce?
A contested divorce occurs when spouses cannot reach a mutual agreement on the terms of their divorce. This can involve disagreements over various issues such as child custody, child support, property division, and spousal support. Unlike an uncontested divorce, a contested divorce requires legal representation and court proceedings to resolve the disputes.
In Alabama, filing a contested divorce involves the following steps:
- Filing an initial complaint. One spouse will file a complaint that names their attorney, establishes the grounds for divorce, and outlines your desired terms. The filing party will need to have the complaint served to their spouse.
- Receiving the response to the complaint. Once received, the other party has 30 days to respond to the complaint with their counter terms and conditions.
- Obtaining documents in discovery. Each party will work with their attorney to collect evidence and ask the other side to provide information and documents. Attorneys can file motions and conduct depositions to support your position.
- Negotiating the terms. Spouses can work to negotiate a settlement, and in some cases, the court can require you to complete mediation before the case goes to trial (see the Alabama Mandatory Mediation Act).
- Going to trial. The court will make final determinations on the terms of your divorce. Either party can file an appeal or Motion to Alter within a month of the ruling. However, if neither party wishes to contest the court’s decision, the contested divorce process concludes.
Alabama Residency Requirements
It is important to note that: In order to file for divorce in Alabama, you must meet the residency requirements. As outlined in Ala. Code § 30-2-5, if the defendant (i.e., the party being served divorce papers) is not a resident of Alabama, the plaintiff must have been a resident for at least six months before filing for divorce.
Are All Decisions Left to the Court in a Contested Divorce?
Not necessarily. In some cases, parties may be able to reach agreements on certain issues through negotiation or mediation. However, the court has the final say.
For instance, you may have agreed on terms for alimony. The court will review the agreement to ensure the terms are fair to both parties and will make determinations concerning the other aspects of your divorce based on the evidence and information presented by each side.
Local Attorney for the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court of Alabama
Our goal is to help our clients achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing the emotional stress associated with a contested divorce. Let us help you develop a case strategy and work to litigate a fair settlement.
Schedule a confidential consultation with our Birmingham contested divorce attorney. Call (205) 984-1915.
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“Great lawyer and dedicated to justice for her clients.”
- JamesMrs Robinson is dedicated to Justice and fairness. She is knowledgeable. And honest. She is the best investigative lawyer I've ever known. She don't stop until Justice is served. Mrs Robinson is honest and reasonable and will tell you the truth. Her courtroom knowledge is second to none. She is family oriented. Has a great attitude and is all around a special person. I would recommend her to any one.
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“She communicated with me throughout the process.”
She got pretrial diversion for me in my case. She communicated with me throughout the process. She also did not have to return to court with me for the final step but she did!- LeAnn -
“GETS RESULTS!!!! PHENOMENAL ATTORNEY!”
I have personally watched Ms. Robinson in open court, and she is exactly what you want! She is THE quintessential attorney! Don't hesitate to contact her, she will immediately start working and your case, and she won't disappoint!- David -
“She went above and beyond”
Due to a misunderstanding, a warrant was issued in Alabama, even though we live in Virginia and hadn't been to Alabama for many years. We were apprehensive about the possibility of traveling to Alabama during these uncertain times. Luckily, Ms. Robinson was able to quickly and professionally interact with local law enforcement and the district attorney's office to get the case dismissed without us having to be there. Throughout her handling of the case, she went above and beyond to make sure we were aware she was doing everything in her power to assist us. We are deeply appreciative of her and her efforts and would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone needing representation.- Lynn -
“Amazing and highly recommended.”
I contacted Ruth Robinson on a Saturday regarding a warrant that was issued for failure to appear. On Monday, she filed a notice of appearance as my attorney and filed a motion to have the warrant recalled. The court told her they’d recall the warrant and set a new court date. Ruth was very professional, diligent, and went above and beyond for me. She listened to everything I told her, requested me to send her several screenshots and filed the necessary paperwork to get the warrant recalled and a new court date. Amazing and highly recommended if you want or need someone who is passionate about practicing law and treating you like you’re a priority.- Terry -
“I trust her completely and she has always worked hard for me.”
Ruth Robinson is a thorough and passionate criminal defense attorney. When I found myself facing criminal charges for something that was completely bogus in a corrupt governmental atmosphere, she has worked with me diligently and continues to do so. I trust her completely and she has always worked hard for me. Better than any attorney I could ask for through and through.- Anonymous
