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.

4 common mistakes to avoid during your divorce

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...

10 critical pieces of paperwork you need to file divorce

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...

Upcoming Changes in Alimony and Taxation

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...

What is Collaborative Law?

What is Collaborative Law? Collaborative Law is a method of alternative dispute resolution wherein the parties commit to resolve their dispute out of court. Because parties to a divorce often need to have a continuing relationship due to co-parenting of children,...

What Are the Benefits of Mediation in Family Law Cases?

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party, the mediator, facilitates you and the opposing party, typically your spouse or the other parent, in negotiating a settlement in your case. There are several potential benefits to...

What does joint custody mean

Wondering what does joint custody mean? Joint Custody is an arrangement where each parent has the children for equal (or close to equal) amounts of time. The most common schedule is that each parent has the children for one week at a time, typically exchanging the...

4 Tips for Communicating with a High Conflict Person

4 Tips for Communicating with a High Conflict Person First of all, what is a high conflict person (HCP)? This term often refers to individuals who have diagnosable personality disorders, but divorce and custody litigation are times of high stress that can lead even...

What is a Guardian Ad Litem?

When it comes to divorce, child custody and visitation disputes are no picnic. These events can be a very emotional and intense process. Frequently in divorce, child custody, or visitation disputes a Guardian Ad Litem, also known as a GAL, will be appointed. In...

Getting Your Home Ready to Sell

Divorce and the sale of your home often go hand in hand. Below are some tips from Carolyn Hasser, a local Realtor with Roberts Brothers. Getting your home ready to sell If you’re thinking of selling, here are a few tips to help you get top dollar for your home! 1....

10 ways you can best prepare for your divorce

We all know that divorces can become very ugly, very fast. It is not in your best interest to have your head in the clouds when your spouse is thinking strategically. Top Ten Ways to Prepare for Divorce: Hire an Attorney Immediately! Gather Copies of Records and...