Summer Activities for Children in the Mobile Area
It is summertime again! It is summertime again! If you are like a lot of parents searching for “summer programs for kids near me”, you want to make sure your children are involved in constructive activities during the summer. While there a plenty of fun and free activities available at local parks, we have taken […]
Common Law Marriage: Myths & Facts
Think you know what common law marriage means in Alabama? There are many rumors and misconceptions about common law marriage, and your rights as a common law spouse in Alabama. It is a far more complex legal issue than most people understand. If you believe yourself to be married under common law status, you might […]
Summer Activity Options for Children
With summer quickly approaching, many students will soon be ending the school year and beginning their summer breaks. Although this is an exciting time for the children, it can be stressful for parents who want to keep their children occupied through the summer vacation. Fortunately, there are many summer camp opportunities in the Mobile community […]
Family Law Blog Series pt 2 – Child Custody & Shared Parenting
Artworks: The Throwdown 2
Shaking up the traditional silent auction, Mobile Arts Council has created an event that you don’t want to miss – Artworks Throwdown 2! This one-of-a-kind silent auction/ loud party features a competition like none other seen in Mobile. Inspired by concepts from some of TV’s most-loved competition shows, Mobile Arts Council has drafted local artists […]
Breaking News: Ex Parte Bayliss Overturned by Alabama Supreme Court
Today, the Alabama Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of Ex Parte Christopher, which overturns the landmark case of Ex Parte Bayliss. Bayliss is the case which gave Alabama Courts the authority to order parents to pay post-minority support and contribute to college expenses for their children after they reach the age […]
Testimonial from a Recent Divorce & Custody Client
Below is a testimonial which I received from a client, whom I recently represented on a divorce and custody case. This is posted anonymously and with the client’s permission, of course! After 2 years of an increasing decline in communication between my wife and I, it became clear to me that a divorce was inevitable. […]
Supreme Court Declares Defense of Marriage Act Unconstitutional
The US Supreme Court announced its ruling that the Federal Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. What does this mean for gay couples? The Court’s decision applies to certain federal rights that were restricted or eliminated depending on whether a married couple is heterosexual or homosexual. Rights that will be affected include: Social Security Benefits […]
Fatherhood: Creating a Positive Legacy
Mobile Arts Council & The Family Center Present — Fatherhood: Creating a Positive Legacy The event is June 15, 2013 from 9am until Noon in Cathedral Square in Downtown Mobile. Activities include: Station One – FHC – Legacy Workbox (toolbox) Station Two – Mobile Arts Council – Father-Child Legacy Notebook – Riley Brenes This will […]
Internet Safety Tips for Children
I recently attended the Child Protection Class in St. Dominic’s which is conducted by the Archdiocese of Mobile. The class provided some really useful information, including the following list of Internet Safety Tips for Children, which I wanted to share: Keep the Computer in a family common space, making it easier to what sites the […]