Lee County, AL Divorce Records

Lee County divorce records refer to court documents filed when a couple petitions the court to end their marriage legally. The records become part of the county’s family court and document the divorce process. They cover the entire process from filing for divorce to what a judge ultimately decides. The notes will serve as the official history of the case and may be used later if questions arise over property, custody, or support.

In Alabama, many divorce records are public court records, meaning certain information is available to the public. However, access can sometimes be overridden to safeguard sensitive, identifiable information, particularly when it involves children or finances. When it comes to privacy issues, courts may limit and redact documents.

A typical divorce case file generally bears the names of both the husband and the wife, the case number assigned by the Court, and the date the divorce petition was filed. Additional paperwork may include documents detailing settlements, custody, and the court’s final decree. Like many counties in Alabama, Lee County court sees a steady number of divorce filings each year in its family law docket.

County	Court Name	Address	Phone Number	Office Hours
Lee County	Lee County Family Court	2311 Gateway Drive, Opelika, AL 36801	(334) 737-3526	Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.