Divorce Articles

If you are considering filing for divorce in Mobile, Daphne, Foley, or Fairhope, these articles will help you understand the process. Each article is written by one of our expert divorce lawyers at Herlihy Family Law. Our firm is located in Mobile, Alabama, and helps residents of the Gulf Coast successfully navigate the divorce process. Whether you are concerned with child custody, child support, or other aspects related to your children, the divorce attorneys at Herlihy Family Law can help guide you.

Age-by-Age Guide to What Children Understand About Divorce

by | April 6, 2016 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

This is a great article I found on Parents.com on how to discuss and ease the transition of divorce for children of various developmental stages:  Divorce represents a pivotal and often traumatic shift in a child's world -- and from his perspective, a loss of...
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US Supreme Court Declares Same-Sex Marriage Legal

by | June 26, 2015 | Alabama, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Significant Decisions, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In a landmark decision today, the US Supreme Court declared same-sex marriage legal in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges. This is perhaps the most significant civil rights decision since the 1960s. Same-sex marriage is legal in all fifty states. Marriage has long be...
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Common Law Marriage: Myths & Facts

by | June 20, 2014 | Alabama, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

Think you know what common law marriage means in Alabama? There are many rumors and misconceptions about common law marriage, and your rights as a common law spouse in Alabama. It is a far more complex legal issue than most people understand. If you believe yourself...
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Client Review on Alison Baxter Herlihy P.C.’s Facebook Page

by | June 3, 2014 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Read this Client Review on Alison Baxter Herlihy P.C.'s Facebook Page Post by Jennifer Eiland.
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Family Law Blog Series pt 2 – Child Custody & Shared Parenting

by | November 11, 2013 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile | 0 Comments

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Alison Baxter Herlihy Speaking at South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program Seminar

by | October 9, 2013 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

Alison Baxter Herlihy is speaking at the annual South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program Seminar. This is a great opportunity for some free CLE hours! THE MOBILE BAR ASSOCIATION CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE and THE SOUTH ALABAMA VOLUNTEER LAWYERS PROGRAM...
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Breaking News: Ex Parte Bayliss Overturned by Alabama Supreme Court

by | October 4, 2013 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Today, the Alabama Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of Ex Parte Christopher, which overturns the landmark case of Ex Parte Bayliss. Bayliss is the case which gave Alabama Courts the authority to order parents to pay post-minority support and contribute...
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Testimonial from a Recent Divorce & Custody Client

by | August 6, 2013 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

Below is a testimonial which I received from a client, whom I recently represented on a divorce and custody case. This is posted anonymously and with the client's permission, of course! After 2 years of an increasing decline in communication between my wife and I, it...
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Supreme Court Declares Defense of Marriage Act Unconstitutional

by | June 26, 2013 | Alabama, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

The US Supreme Court announced its ruling that the Federal Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. What does this mean for gay couples? The Court's decision applies to certain federal rights that were restricted or eliminated depending on whether a married couple...
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Supreme Court Weighs in on Rights of "Deadbeat" Parents

by | April 5, 2011 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Division of Assets, Divorce, Mobile, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

Michael Turner v. Rebccea Rogers Et Al. The United States Supreme Court is hearing the case of Michael Turner from South Carolina. Turner was jailed for 12 months for failure to pay $6,000.00 in child support arrearage which he owed.  Turner was described as...
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When considering divorce, most people’s primary concern is their children. Their fear is that divorce will hurt their children. But the truth of the matter is that divorce is usually beneficial to your children and has a better outcome. In fact, there are reasons why divorce can be the right choice for both you and your family.