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Distribution Type
Equitable Distribution
Default Split
50 / 50
Income Adjustment
Equitable

Methodology

Equitable distribution

Alabama divides marital property equitably upon divorce, considering all relevant circumstances. Courts have broad discretion in determining a fair distribution that need not be equal.

Statutory Factors

The following factors are commonly evaluated under Alabama law:

  1. Duration of the marriage
  2. Income and liabilities of each spouse
  3. Contributions to the marriage including homemaking
  4. Future earning capacity
  5. Tax consequences
  6. Waste or dissipation of marital assets
  7. Custodial needs
  8. Any other factors for fairness

Statute Reference

Citation: Ala. Code §30-2-51 ↗

Source: https://alisondb.legislature.state.al.us/

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Alabama Property Division

Alabama follows equitable distribution principles under Ala. Code §30-2-51. Courts weigh the length of the marriage, each spouse's economic circumstances, contributions to the marital estate, and other equitable factors. Separate property typically remains with its owner while marital property is divided fairly, though not necessarily equally.

Citation: Ala. Code §30-2-51

Source: https://alisondb.legislature.state.al.us/

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