Divorce Lawyers in Fairhope, AL

The end of a marriage might come as a surprise, leaving betrayal and anguish in its wake. It can also come as a relief after years of fighting and built-up resentment. However it begins, the divorce process can be painful and draining for all involved parties.

Trying to handle the legal issues of divorce while tending to your own emotional needs, setting yourself up for your next chapter of life, and finding a new normal is challenging. That is why it’s important to have a Fairhope divorce attorney you can trust to guide you through these difficult times. Set up a consultation now by calling Coumanis & York at 251-990-3083.

Creating a Divorce Plan That Fits Your Situation

Throughout our time handling Fairhope divorce cases, we’ve found that there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. Every marriage is different, and each divorce case must be tailored to fit the needs of our client.

If you have a friendly relationship with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse, for example, going in with the plan of taking everything we can from them won’t set you up for a positive co-parenting relationship. On the same note, if your ex-spouse is determined to make divorce as painful as possible for you, going in with a soft approach could be costly as well.

When you choose Coumanis & York, we’ll take the time to meet with you, discuss your relationship and the nature of your divorce, and come up with a plan that fully addresses your needs.

Child Custody

For many divorcing couples, child custody is the single most important issue. Going from a cohesive family unit to one where you have more limited interaction with your children is difficult, but when handled properly, child custody disputes can be navigated in a way that protects the children’s best interests.

Division of Assets

Division of assets is another area that can become contentious very quickly. You and your ex-partner likely have assets that mean a lot to you, either because of their financial value or their sentimental value. When these desires clash, you have the perfect setup for a breakdown in communication.

This is why it’s important to have an Alabama divorce attorney on your side. Because we are not emotionally invested in the outcome, we can argue aggressively for your best interests while compromising where it makes sense to do so.

In Alabama, the court recognizes marital property and separate property. Marital property is anything that benefited both parties during the marriage or that was acquired during the marriage. Separate property includes that which was brought into the marriage by each party and kept separate throughout the property.

For example, if an individual owned a property prior to marriage and rented it out throughout the marriage without using the proceeds to benefit the marriage, it would likely be viewed as separate property. However, if one party came into the marriage owning a home and both parties lived in it for 20 years, it would be more difficult to discern whether it was marital or non-marital property.

With careful negotiation, most disputes over property division can be solved out of court. Our goal is to come to an agreement that prepares you for your new life.

Assistance with Complex Issues

The team at Coumanis & York is also well-equipped to handle complex divorce issues that don’t come up in every case. For example, high-asset divorces require delicate handling and negotiation since there is so much at stake. Marriages with prenuptial agreements can also present serious complications if one party disputes the validity of the agreement. When one or both parties own businesses, determining how (or if) to split the businesses can take months or years of negotiations.

We are also able to handle divorces that involve uncooperative spouses. Maybe you’re trying to divorce a spouse who is hiding assets, “selling” assets at ridiculously low prices to family members or refusing to supply requested information. We know that not every divorce is easy, and not every spouse is going to go along with the process without persuasion. You shouldn’t have to handle these situations alone, and we are here to do the heavy lifting and help bring the other party to the table.

Contact Coumanis & York to Get Started

Divorce likely wasn’t in your long-term plans, but sometimes it is a necessary part of life. You deserve the support you need to get through this time peacefully, with minimal stress, and with your co-parenting relationship intact. From filing the initial paperwork and negotiating with your ex-partner to arguing your case in family court if necessary, we will be with you every step of the way.

Divorce is an end of one chapter of your life, but it is also a new beginning of a new one. In fact, it can be an opportunity to create the life you have always wanted for yourself. Take the first step now by contacting us online or calling us at 251-990-3083 to schedule a consultation.