What is a temporary order?

A temporary order is a legal document that is issued by a court in Alabama to provide temporary guidelines while waiting for the court to make final ruling on divorce-related matters. This type of order is usually issued when couples cannot agree on certain topics, such as child custody and visitation, spousal support or division of assets. A temporary order in Alabama will typically include provisions such as who will live in the marital home, who will have temporary custody of the children, and/or who must pay temporary spousal support. In addition, the order may also specify how assets will be divided and who will pay the debts. This type of order is usually issued pending a final court order or settlement agreement between the parties. It is important to note that temporary orders are just that - temporary - and can be changed at any time by the court. In most cases, a temporary order will remain in force for a few months or until the court proceedings are finalized. However, if the parties are able to reach a settlement agreement, the temporary order may become the finalized divorce order. Alternatively, if the dispute cannot be settled, the court will ultimately make the ruling in a final divorce order.

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