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.

How Do You Determine Your Filing Status for Income Taxes?

by | November 2, 2016 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law, Finances, Mobile, Mortgage, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

By: Brandi Morgan, CPA It is very important to select the correct filing status as this will impact the amount of your standard deduction and your tax rate. You may fall into more than one category, so you should choose the one the produces the lowest overall tax. An...
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Warning Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

by | October 25, 2016 | Children, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Mobile, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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Talking With Your Children About Divorce

by | September 26, 2016 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

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...
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Making Blended Families Work During the Holidays

by | September 26, 2016 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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What is Mediation?

by | September 26, 2016 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Uncategorized, Visitation | 0 Comments

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...
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Social Media Do’s and Don’ts

by | September 11, 2016 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

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,...
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Divorce and the Family Business

by | September 11, 2016 | Alabama, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Finances, Legal Advice, Mobile, Significant Decisions, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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Managing Financial Fears About Divorce

by | August 1, 2016 | Alabama, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family Law, Finances | 0 Comments

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...
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Top 5 Tips for Dealing with Divorce Stress

by | August 1, 2016 | Alabama, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Mobile, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

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...
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I’m Going Through a Divorce: Should I Keep the House?

by | July 31, 2016 | Alabama, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Finances, Mobile, Mortgage, Significant Decisions, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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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.