Podcast Episode #10: Helping Daughters Bloom: Navigating Puberty with Confidence with Guests Dr. Nancy Wood and Dr. Quin Bixler of In Full Bloom, MD
https://youtu.be/xtkKX8L31HY The Herlihy Family Law Podcast, hosted by attorney Alison Herlihy of Herlihy Family Law, recently welcomed two physicians who are making a big impact in family education: Dr. Nancy Wood, a pediatrician, and Dr. Quin Bixler, an OB-GYN. Together, they co-founded In Full Bloom, MD, a resource dedicated to helping families approach the changes […]
Podcast Episode #9: From Judge to Mayoral Hopeful: Spiro Cheriogotis’ Vision for Mobile
https://youtu.be/dNkK5L0xnhA 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, and candidate for mayor of Mobile, Alabama. The episode takes listeners through a compelling […]
Podcast Episode #8: Business Valuations in Divorce: What You Need to Know with Guest Mike Reibling
https://youtu.be/MAU4od_4lOc 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 for family law cases, Mike offers practical insight into how business interests are assessed, […]
4 Reasons Why Prenups Aren’t as Bad as You Think
Prenuptial agreements (“prenups”) have a pretty bad reputation. The common misconception is that they create an unbalanced power dynamic between couples, protecting the wealthier spouse by making it easier for them to get divorced and making it more difficult for the less-wealthy spouse to do so. People also often view them as an immediate sign […]
Common Divorce Issues in Long-Term Marriages
Navigating the intensity of a divorce in a long-term marriage can be challenging, especially when you’ve been married to your spouse for decades. Untangling your life from your spouse’s can be strenuous and emotionally draining because your assets and debts have become deeply intertwined and your familial bonds have solidified. At Herlihy Family Law, our […]
Divorce Cost: How Much Does It Really Cost?
A very common question we get asked is how much does divorce cost? While no one enters into marriage anticipating getting divorced, when a marriage is not sustainable, divorce can be the answer and the beginning of your new life. Of course, as with anything in life, divorce is not free. However, there are ways […]
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 pay stubs) for yourself and your spouse. Statements for […]
Powers of Attorney vs. Health Care Directives
Powers of Attorney vs. Health Care Directives Many people are unfamiliar with the legal distinctions between powers of attorney, health care directives, and guardianships/conservatorships. Power of Attorney A Power of Attorney is a legal document giving authority to another person to act for you in either specified or all legal and financial matters. The person […]
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. Spruce up your yard […]
End of Year and New Year: Top 10 Things to Do Now
A lot of us resolve to get more organized for the New Year. Below is a great article I found on lawyers.com with helpful tips on getting your legal and financial business in order for the new year. I especially like the tips at number 3 through 5, as I have found that many of […]