Divorce and the Family Business
Divorce and the Family Business: What happens to the Family Business when you get divorced? The business you and your spouse co-founded and run together is thriving. Your marriage? That’s another matter. Many people put off filing in situations like this because they fear that it will soon mean the end of the company. It […]
Signs of Opiate Addiction in a Loved One
Opiate addiction is an increasing problem in the United States. For various reasons, a staggering 2.1 million Americans abuse opiates. It is no secret that people are constantly looking for solutions to their daily problems, but why turn to a substance that could lead to physical dependence and addiction? Opiates are commonly prescribed for pain management following surgery […]
Prenuptial Agreements
A Prenuptial Agreement is a contract executed between parties prior to their marriage concerning the division of assets, debts and possibly spousal support in the event of divorce. Almost anything can be included in a prenuptial agreement, except matters of child support, child custody and visitation. Many people think of prenuptial agreements as the province […]
Is your spouse cheating?
As a divorce lawyer, you are always hearing new scenarios that have led to the breakdown of a marriage, but, more often than not, you hear variations on the same theme. When a spouse is cheating, there are some common warning signs that indicate infidelity. 1. Altering their schedule If your spouse is suddenly working […]
Common Law Marriage
The Alabama Legislature has just passed house bill 332, which abolishes common law marriage in Alabama. The law will not effect any current common law marriages but will become effective January 1, 2017. This bill is was signed by Gov. Robert Bentley on May 3. Read more about the bill via this link.
Alison Baxter Herlihy Receives Another Very Positive Client Review on Avvo.Com
I was notified today of an extremely positive client review I received from a Divorce and Child Custody client on Avvo.com. The text of the review is here below: An Exceptional Lawyer! There are three certain professions that the older you are, consumers will feel an artificial sense of comfort and confidence in that person’s […]
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 […]
Another Client Review on AVVO
Another Client Review on AVVO
Client Review
Below is a client review that one of my clients left in the comments section of a blog post on my website. Client feedback is always appreciated, especially when it is this positive: Alison is a great reputable attorney practicing in the area of family law. Alison is quick with responding and resolving any issue […]
Alison Baxter Herlihy Recognized as Top 40 Under 40 Family Law Lawyer by the American Society of Legal Advocates
Alison Baxter Herlihy has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Family Law Lawyers in Alabama by the American Society of Legal Advocates. ASLA is an invitation-only legal organization comprised of the nation’s most skilled lawyers. Its mission is to identify and help promote only the most outstanding legal talent in the […]