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.

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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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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Communication Strategies for a High-Conflict Divorce

by | January 25, 2019 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

What is a High-Conflict Divorce?  A High-Conflict Divorce is one hallmarked by constant fighting, where one or both parties fight for the sake of fighting without regard to the effect on the family, particularly the children. There is a lot of overlap between...
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Co-Parenting Apps & Technology

by | January 24, 2019 | Children, Custody, Divorce, Family, Family Law | 0 Comments

Technology and apps have come a long way in assisting in co-parenting. Co-parenting apps can provide an essential tool to aid in communication and scheduling. Some also offer secure messaging, which is useful in high-conflict custody situations.  If you are in a...
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6 things to look for to find the best divorce lawyer

by | January 24, 2019 | Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

First of all, what exactly is family law? Family Law is an umbrella term that applies to any type of dispute that affects families, such as divorce, child support, child custody, adoption, termination of parental rights, petitions for protection from abuse, alimony,...
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4 common mistakes to avoid during your divorce

by | January 24, 2019 | Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

1. Not Keeping Good Records Divorce can be a very chaotic, confusing, and stressful time. It may be more difficult than usual to remember everything that is going on or what you need to do, but ironically, it is more important than ever. A divorce case may be pending...
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10 critical pieces of paperwork you need to file divorce

by | December 27, 2018 | Divorce, Family, Family Law, Finances, Legal Advice | 0 Comments

A lot of divorce clients ask me, what documents do I need to get together? Here is a list of some of the most important documents you will need: Complete income tax returns, W2s, and other like documents for the last 3 years.  Year-to-date income information (such as...
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Upcoming Changes in Alimony and Taxation

by | November 8, 2018 | Children, Divorce, Family, Family Law, Legal Advice, Significant Decisions | 0 Comments

Under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), alimony will no longer be tax-deductible effective January 2019.  Currently, alimony or spousal support payments are deductible to the payer and taxable to the payee. This applies to all current divorce or support orders and...
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