Children Articles

Your children are your top priority when considering divorce in Mobile, Alabama. These articles are full of helpful information pertaining to Alabama divorce law and the best interest of your children. Our expert divorce lawyers in Mobile, Alabama can help you navigate the complexities of divorce and ensure you get adequate child support and child custody. Make sure you have all of the information you need when you hire your divorce attorney.

What to Do if You Need to Modify a Child Custody Order

by Jill Chancey | February 17, 2025 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

Are your current custody arrangements not working for you or your children? Are there constant battles and friction over days, dates, exchanges, and holidays? You may want to see us about modifying your custody order. There are several ways to modify your...

12 Common Myths About Family Law and Divorce Debunked 

by Jill Chancey | January 27, 2025 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

We find ourselves debunking myths about divorce and family law all the time, whether on intake phone calls, in consultations, or during the course of a case. We’re not sure where these misconceptions come from, but most probably from TV, movies, and social media. ...

How to successfully co-parent after divorce

by Jill Chancey | November 6, 2024 | Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

Most people tend to think that the finish line has been reached once a custody and child support agreement is signed, filed, and finalized. The reality for our clients, however, is that their judgment of divorce or custody order actually the beginning of a new phase...

Child Support: Your Questions Answered

by Jill Chancey | October 18, 2024 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

We get a lot of questions about child support here. It tends to be one of the most contentious elements in a divorce. We also help unmarried parents when they come to us looking for a fair arrangement for both child support and custody. Unfortunately, there are no...

What is Sole Custody? Understanding the Basics.

by Alison Herlihy | August 19, 2024 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

1. Understanding Sole Custody There are two types of custody: legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody refers to the parents’ rights and responsibilities for major decisions concerning the child, including, but not limited to, the education of the child,...

How Does Alimony Work? An Essential Guide for Understanding Alimony Laws

by Alison Herlihy | June 6, 2024 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Divorce | 0 Comments

Alimony comes down to two basic pieces of information – need and ability to pay. After the need and ability to pay have been established, the court will consider other important factors such as the length of the marriage and fault. Just because the parties have been...

5 Tips for Successful Co-Parenting

by Anna Eden | May 22, 2024 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family | 0 Comments

Having a good co-parenting relationship with your ex is important for your children’s well-being. Most people don’t consider the fact that their relationship with their ex will continue well beyond their children reaching the age of majority. A good co-parenting...

3 Common visitation schedules in divorce in Mobile, AL

by Walter Gewin | March 25, 2024 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Mobile, Visitation | 0 Comments

While divorces are far from one size fits all, there are a few common visitation schedules in divorce in Mobile, AL. In uncontested divorces and divorces settled by agreements, visitation schedules can vary according to the terms the parties agree upon. Also in the...

8 Different Types of Child Custody Explained

by Alison Herlihy | March 7, 2024 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

When it comes to getting divorced with children involved, most people don't realize there are several types of child custody arrangements. In this article, we will explain eight different types of child custody. 1. Legal Custody: Making Decisions for the Child's...

How to get divorced with kids involved in Mobile, AL in 2024

by Walter Gewin | February 27, 2024 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

When people are considering divorce and they have a family, one of the most common questions we hear is how to get divorced with kids involved. Unfortunately getting divorced is often a difficult experience for all family members, which often includes the children of...