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 in behavior or school performance2. Has not received help […]
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 the puzzle when you are dealing with a divorce. Parents often put off […]
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 challenges can be countless, but they do not […]
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 when it comes to negotiating a divorce settlement. Here are a few facts […]
Social Media Do’s and Don’ts
In the world today there are countless means of communication with others. Thanks to social media websites the world is more connected than ever. Websites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat and more we are able to reconnect with your first love, childhood best friend, or college buddy. Unfortunately, with social media websites people […]
Divorce and the Family Business
Divorce and the Family Business: What happens to the Family Business when you get divorced? The business you and your spouse co-founded and run together is thriving. Your marriage? That’s another matter. Many people put off filing in situations like this because they fear that it will soon mean the end of the company. It […]
Managing Financial Fears About Divorce
To many people who are experiencing the trials of divorce, it can sometimes feel like a full-time job. It can consume all aspects of your life. Between phone calls with your attorney, to contact with your ex-partner, to figuring out child custody and where to live, it can consume all aspects of your life. And […]
Top 5 Tips for Dealing with Divorce Stress
Divorce brings with it many negative emotions. Many of these emotions usually cause stress that will interfere in our ability to function from day to day. Research says that the biggest favor you can do yourself is to learn how to relax. You just need to let go of the stress and let everything fall into place. Focus more […]
I’m Going Through a Divorce: Should I Keep the House?
As we all know, one of the biggest issues in a divorce is the family home. It all starts to get messy when the decisions of what will happen to it and who is going to live in it become a concern for the parties. Typically, parties go from having two incomes to contribute to […]
Alison Baxter Herlihy Wins Nappie Award for Best Divorce Lawyer
Best Divorce Lawyer Lagniappe, our alternative weekly paper in Mobile, has named Alison Baxter Herlihy as its 2016 winner of Best Divorce Lawyer, aka Best Lawyer if Your Spouse is a “Ho.” The readers of Lagniappe vote in the annual poll, and this year over 1.4 million votes were cast in this year’s Nappie Awards. […]