Divorcing an Abusive Spouse

http://www.northalabamadivorce.com/blog/abusive-spouse.cfm Divorcing an Abusive Spouse in Athens, Decatur, Huntsville, and Other Northeast Alabama Areas Seeking a divorce from an abusive spouse is a major move in the right direction towards getting your life back and maintaining a bright future for your children and you. Therefore, you need to make sure you proceed with the process correctly in order to protect yourself. When your spouse is abusive in any way—either physically, verbally, or emotionally—you should not consider employing a collaborative divorce method or mediation. These methods can characteristically provide your spouse more opportunities to retain implacable (often unpleasant and intimidating) contact with you. Instead, your best direction is to proceed with the following actions: 1. Obtain an order of protection from the court to guarantee your spouse cannot approach you. 2. Seek a litigated divorce, one in which a judge makes decisions on how the marital assets are to be divided as well as what will happen with the children and whether spousal support is appropriate. You should take measures to inform the judge of the abuse, especially if child custody issues are at risk and, especially if the abuse has been directed at a child. 3. Retain a competent family law attorney. You cannot fight the battle against an abusive spouse alone. A knowledgeable counsel is an invaluable resource person in your completing the divorce process successfully and regaining your life. In case of abuse, you should retain a competent lawyer to make sure your legal rights and you personally are protected. Contact a lawyer at The Charlotte Christian Family Law Group as soon as possible and explain the entire history of abuse. At that point, assistance can be made readily available to you through the court system and abuse organizations. Please visit The Charlotte Christian Family Law Group Website www.northalabamadivorce.com and download our FREE book, The Six Biggest Mistakes Most People Make When Filing for Divorce, or call us today at 256-233-2114 for an appointment to ensure a brighter and safer future for your family and you.