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.

5 Surprising reasons why divorce is good

by | July 11, 2023 | Children, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

While there are undoubtedly many reasons why divorce is beneficial and may be the right solution for you if you are in a bad marriage, there are 5 main reasons why divorce is good:   Life is short. Although we all would like to live forever, in 2023 that is not a...
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Do you have to pay child support if you have joint custody in Alabama?

by | June 26, 2023 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Wondering do you have to pay child support if you have joint custody in Alabama? First, let’s talk about what joint custody is exactly because joint custody means a lot of things to a lot of people. When it comes to custody laws in Alabama, it is the state policy in...
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How To Get Divorced Without People Finding Out

by | June 16, 2023 | Alabama, Children, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you are considering divorce, you are probably wondering how to get divorced without people finding out. The short answer is: you can’t. Divorce impacts more than just you and your spouse. It is inevitable that your friends and family will find out; more than likely...
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3 Reasons Why Divorce is Not Bad for Your Children

by | May 25, 2023 | Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family | 0 Comments

Wondering if there are reasons why divorce is not bad for your children? There are many proven reasons why divorce is better for your children than keeping them in the presence of a bad relationship. Oftentimes, people who want to get divorced may choose to stay...
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4 Reasons You Should Hire a Lawyer for Your Divorce

by | May 16, 2023 | Divorce, Family, Family Law, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Are you considering reasons you should hire a lawyer for your divorce? While there are many reasons to hire an attorney for your divorce, here are four main reasons to hire an attorney to handle your divorce. 1. Attorneys are professionals Practicing attorneys are...
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How you can make divorce easier on your kids

by | May 1, 2023 | Children, Divorce | 0 Comments

The number one predictor of whether children fare well after a divorce or not is whether a divorce is a “high conflict” divorce.  A high-conflict divorce is one that is marked by conflict for the sake of conflict; preoccupation with assigning blame, being “right,” and...
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Can you move out of your house during a divorce?

by | April 1, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

Moving out is one of the most common questions we receive, but the answer is not as simple as you might think.  Many people think that moving out in the middle of a divorce constitutes “abandonment,” but this is a misconception.  The legal definition of abandonment,...
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How long does a divorce take in Mobile, Alabama?

by | March 8, 2023 | Divorce | 0 Comments

Wondering how long divorce takes in Mobile, Alabama? This article with give you a better idea of how long the process takes and what you can expect. Uncontested and Contested There are basically two main pathways to getting a divorce: uncontested and contested....
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3 ways you can do to better deal with divorce during the holidays

by | November 30, 2022 | Divorce | 0 Comments

Dealing with divorce during the holidays can be a challenge for you, your family, and your children. At Herlihy Family Law, we've walked with many clients through divorce, custody, child support over the holidays. We've pulled together a few helpful tips, thoughts,...
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Answers to Your Alabama Alimony Questions

by | July 26, 2022 | Division of Assets, Divorce | 0 Comments

If I get divorced, would I be able to get alimony?  Could I have to PAY alimony?  These are some of the most common questions we get from clients who are getting divorced. The purpose of alimony is to maintain the lifestyle of a financially dependent spouse after a...
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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.