Paige Elliott , P.C.

In order for an Alabama court to have jurisdiction to grant a divorce, you must satisfy the state's residency requirement. If both parties, or the Defendant, permanently reside in Alabama, the requirement is fulfilled. If the Defendant is not an Alabama resident, the Plaintiff must have been domiciled in Alabama for six months immediately preceding the filing of the divorce complaint. There are limited exceptions which may apply if you do not qualify under the general rule.