Family Law Articles

Read  our articles related to family law in Mobile, Alabama. Whether you are considering divorce in Mobile, Daphne, Foley, Fairhope or the surrounding area, these articles are great resources to 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.

What to Do if You Need to Modify a Child Custody Order

by | February 17, 2025 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

Are your current custody arrangements not working for you or your children?  Are there constant battles and friction over days, dates, exchanges, and holidays?  You may want to see us about modifying your custody order.     There are several ways to modify your...
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Podcast Episode #2: What to Expect When Calling Herlihy Family Law Firm

by | February 14, 2025 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

What to Expect When Calling Herlihy Family Law Firm Reaching out to a family law firm can feel overwhelming, especially during stressful times. At Herlihy Family Law, we strive to make the process as smooth and transparent as possible. In Episode 2 of the Herlihy...
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Alison Herlihy talks to Dan Brennan about her background on FM1065

by | January 30, 2025 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

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Podcast Episode #1: Introducing Attorney Alison Herlihy

by | January 29, 2025 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law | 0 Comments

Introducing Myself and the Podcast In the inaugural episode of the Herlihy Family Law Podcast, I had the pleasure of introducing myself and sharing my journey as a family law attorney based in Mobile, Alabama. This episode is a deep dive into the complex and often...
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12 Common Myths About Family Law and Divorce Debunked


by | January 27, 2025 | Alabama, Child Support, Children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

We find ourselves debunking myths about divorce and family law all the time, whether on intake phone calls, in consultations, or during the course of a case.  We’re not sure where these misconceptions come from, but most probably from TV, movies, and social media.  ...
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How to Prepare for Your First Consultation with a Family Law Attorney

by | January 10, 2025 | Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

What’s the goal? Once you’ve booked an appointment with a family law attorney, you’ll want to prepare for your meeting.  Start by thinking long-term.  What is your goal here?  What do you want your life to look like in a year?  Think concretely about it.  Visualize...
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Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Family Lawyer in 2025

by | December 30, 2024 | Alabama, Divorce, Family Law, Mobile | 0 Comments

Do I even need a family lawyer? Well, what do you need advice about? At Herlihy Family Law we primarily focus on divorce, custody, and child support cases.  However, we can also represent you in matters of adoption, help you negotiate post-nuptial and pre-nuptial...
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Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid During the Divorce Process

by | December 6, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law, Legal Advice, Mobile | 0 Comments

We do our very best to keep the divorce process as simple, conflict-free, and by-the-book as possible. Sometimes our clients unintentionally make mistakes that complicate the process.  What are some of the mistakes we see?  Here are some things you should not do while...
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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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If you are considering divorce, you may be wondering if that is the right decision. There are actually many reasons why divorce can be a good decision depending on your relationship.