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Alabama Business Contract Essentials — What to Include and What to Avoid

July 25, 2026 atkinson

A business contract is a legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties that spells out obligations, payment, and remedies for a specific...

What Is a Quiet Title Action in Alabama and When Do You Need One?

July 25, 2026 atkinson

A quiet title action is a lawsuit filed in an Alabama circuit court that resolves conflicting or unclear ownership claims to a property,...

How to Create a Power of Attorney in Alabama — Types, Steps, and Requirements

July 20, 2026 atkinson

A power of attorney in Alabama is a written legal document that authorizes a trusted agent to make financial, legal, or healthcare decisions on a...

Alabama Home Closing Checklist: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Bring

July 20, 2026 atkinson

Alabama homebuyers need two forms of government-issued photo identification, certified closing funds, proof of homeowners insurance, and a reviewed...

How to Remove a Lien from Property in Alabama

July 20, 2026 atkinson

A lien in Alabama is a legal claim recorded against real property to secure repayment of a debt — and every lien must be formally released through...

Will vs Trust in Alabama: Which Estate Planning Tool Do You Need?

July 20, 2026 atkinson

A will in Alabama is a written document that directs how your assets are transferred after death and must go through probate court before any...

How to Form an LLC in Alabama — Step-by-Step Guide

May 16, 2026 atkinson

Forming an LLC in Alabama costs $225 by mail or $236 online and takes one to three business days through the Alabama Secretary of State...

Alabama LLC vs S-Corp: Which Structure Is Right for Your Business?

May 16, 2026 atkinson

An Alabama LLC and an S-Corp are not competing entity types — an S-Corp is a federal tax election, not a separate legal structure. Alabama...

Squatter Law in Alabama: How to Prevent a Squatter Problem Before You Close

March 4, 2026 atkinson

Under Alabama squatter law, an unauthorized occupant can begin building a legal ownership claim after as little as 10 years of continuous possession...

Perils of Owner-Backed Financing in Alabama Closings: Seller-Finance Documents, Recording Order, and Default Remedies

March 4, 2026 atkinson

Owner-backed financing in Alabama — also called seller financing — transfers property without institutional lender oversight, creating serious...