Family Articles

Review our articles related to family law in Mobile, Alabama. If you are considering divorce in Mobile, these articles will help you learn more about the divorce process in Mobile, Alabama. 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.

Podcast Episode #9: From Judge to Mayoral Hopeful: Spiro Cheriogotis’ Vision for Mobile

by | August 15, 2025 | Alabama, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Finances | 0 Comments

The Herlihy Family Law Podcast, hosted by attorney Alison Herlihy, offers listeners valuable insights at the intersection of family law and community life. In Episode 9, Alison is joined by Spiro Cheriogotis, a former prosecutor, district judge, small business owner,...
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Podcast Episode #8: Business Valuations in Divorce: What You Need to Know with Guest Mike Reibling

by | July 30, 2025 | Alabama, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Finances | 0 Comments

In Episode 8 of Herlihy Family Law, attorney Alison Herlihy is joined by Mike Reibling, a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Valuation Analyst, to explore the role of business valuations in divorce. With extensive experience valuing businesses and other assets...
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Podcast Episode #7: 12 Common Myths About Family Law and Divorce—Debunked

by | July 11, 2025 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

In Episode 7 of the Herlihy Family Law Podcast, attorney Alison Herlihy is joined by fellow family law attorney Walter Gewin to tackle some of the most common misconceptions people have about divorce, custody, and child support. Drawing on their extensive experience...
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Podcast Episode #6: The Hidden Role of Parenting Coordinators in High-Conflict Divorces with Guest Caroline Taylor, LPC

by | June 13, 2025 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

In Episode 6 of the Herlihy Family Law Podcast, Attorney Alison Herlihy dives into the essential role of parenting coordinators in divorce and custody cases, welcoming Caroline Taylor, an experienced parenting coordinator, as her guest. With a background in child...
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How to successfully co-parent after divorce

by | November 6, 2024 | Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

Most people tend to think that the finish line has been reached once a custody and child support agreement is signed, filed, and finalized.  The reality for our clients, however, is that their judgment of divorce or custody order actually the beginning of a new phase...
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Child Support: Your Questions Answered

by | October 18, 2024 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

We get a lot of questions about child support here.  It tends to be one of the most contentious elements in a divorce.  We also help unmarried parents when they come to us looking for a fair arrangement for both child support and custody.   Unfortunately, there are no...
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What is a No-Fault Divorce?

by | September 3, 2024 | Alabama, Child Support, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

Simply speaking a no-fault divorce is one in which the parties are not required to give the court specific reasons for getting divorced. A couple can get divorced if they simply cannot get along anymore, rather than having to prove that one spouse did something...
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5 Tips for Successful Co-Parenting

by | May 22, 2024 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family | 0 Comments

Having a good co-parenting relationship with your ex is important for your children’s well-being. Most people don’t consider the fact that their relationship with their ex will continue well beyond their children reaching the age of majority. A good co-parenting...
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3 Common visitation schedules in divorce in Mobile, AL

by | March 25, 2024 | Alabama, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Mobile, Visitation | 0 Comments

While divorces are far from one size fits all, there are a few common visitation schedules in divorce in Mobile, AL. In uncontested divorces and divorces settled by agreements, visitation schedules can vary according to the terms the parties agree upon. Also in the...
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8 Different Types of Child Custody Explained

by | March 7, 2024 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

When it comes to getting divorced with children involved, most people don't realize there are several types of child custody arrangements. In this article, we will explain eight different types of child custody. 1. Legal Custody: Making Decisions for the Child's...
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