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 is the Role of a Guardian Ad Litem?

A Guardian ad Litem’s job is to represent the best interests of the child in any given case, and the Guardian Ad Litem does not represent either of the parents. As such, the Guardian Ad Litem cannot give parents legal advice. Parents must turn to their own lawyers...

Co-Parenting Strategies

Co-Parenting Strategies As Guardian Ad Litem, most of my child clients say they want to see both of their parents as much as they can.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SFpYw6pV2I

What is a Guardian Ad Litem?

When it comes to divorce, child custody and visitation disputes are no picnic. These events can be a very emotional and intense process. Frequently in divorce, child custody, or visitation disputes a Guardian Ad Litem, also known as a GAL, will be appointed. In...

Is it Time to Consider a Child Support Modification?

Is it Time for You to Consider a Child Support Modification in your case? If you have had a divorce in Mobile, Alabama, whether you are the person who receives child support or whether you are the party who pays child support for the benefit of your minor children,...

Tips for Helping Children Cope with Holiday Stress

For most children the holidays are happy, fun and exciting. Children are on a break from school, and the holidays serve as a time to see friends and relatives and enjoy special food and family traditions. For some children, however, the holidays can be stressful and...

Warning Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

Child abuse and neglect is rampant, and we all have a duty to protect children. The US Department of Health and Human Services has published the following list to aid the public in recognizing signs of abuse and neglect in children: The Child 1. Shows sudden changes...

Talking With Your Children About Divorce

Divorce can be a difficult situation for all parties involved, especially the children. Many children are confused about the situation and do not understand why their parents are separating. Although this can be difficult, talking with children is a crucial part of...

Making Blended Families Work During the Holidays

After going through a divorce or re-marriage, many changes can take place. Making things work for a new blended family does come with tests, but they do not have to be difficult. With the holiday closing in a blended family may run into a few challenges. These...

What is Mediation?

When it comes to getting a divorce not everything has to be a knock-down, drawn-out affair for both parties. Divorce mediation can help avoid court and resolve numerous questions. Mediation is one of the most frequently used methods of alternative dispute resolution...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence is an issue that knows no racial, cultural, gender or socioeconomic boundaries. Chances are, we all know someone whose life has been effected by domestic violence. In October 1987, the first Domestic Violence Awareness Month was observed. That same...

Divorce isn’t necessarily a bad thing for children. In fact, divorce can result in a healthier home life for your children. If you are considering divorce and would like joint custody, you may be wondering about paying child support.