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Trusted Birmingham, Alabama, Family Law Attorneys

Divorce is often the result of a lack of trust or a breakdown in communication. At Gina H. McDonald & Associates, L.L.C., in Birmingham, Alabama, we recognize that trust and communication are as important in an attorney-client relationship as they are in a marriage. Disclosing the highly personal family information required to achieve constructive outcomes in family law matters requires complete confidence in the attorney handling the divorce.

We are committed to providing our clients the time and legal resources necessary to effectively handle contested or uncontested divorces. Contact us today for legal representation in the following divorce/family law matters:

• Uncontested divorce - We focus on creating the conditions where people can resolve divorce disputes through mediation and discussion, rather than relying on the courts to make their personal decisions.

• Contested divorce - Often one or more issues can prevent the amicable resolution of divorce disputes. Our lawyers have significant experience handling divorce litigation. We understand how to frame an argument that places our client's situation in the best possible light.

• Military divorce - When one spouse is in the military, careful attention to the Service Members Civil Relief Act is necessary.

• Child custody and visitation - We work to create child custody and visitation agreements that are in the best interests of our client's children.

• Child custody relocation - If a custodial parent wants to relocate with their child, the other parent must be notified. We can help you properly notify the other parent or file an objection to the move.

• Child support - The non-custodial parent is generally required to pay support to the custodial parent. In most cases, the amount paid is based on a statutory.

• Alimony - We want to equalize the standard of living between former spouses after a divorce.

• Paternity - Our attorneys work with mothers and presumptive fathers to determine the parentage of children. We also handle paternity matters unrelated to custody disputes.

• Adoption - We regularly handle adoptions for people seeking to adopt a spouse's child from a former marriage. This process is commonly referred to as step-parent adoptions.

• Child support and custody modifications - Our firm regularly represents clients seeking modification of child support and child custody orders.

• Property division - Our lawyers help clients determine the value of real estate, family owned business, and retirement accounts. We are committed to ensuring our clients receive an equitable distribution of the marital property.

• Restraining orders: Our firm represents clients who need to file a restraining order against their spouse. We also challenge restraining orders, when appropriate.

Contact our Skilled Divorce/Family Law Lawyers

If you are considering divorce or have a question about any other family law matter, please contact the attorneys at Gina H. McDonald & Associates, L.L.C. We can be reached by phone at (205) 453-4497, by e-mail, or by filling out the confidential in-take form on our Contact Us page.