Divorce Attorney Articles

Looking for a divorce attorney to help you file for divorce in Mobile, Daphne, Foley, or Fairhope? These articles will help you understand the process and know what to look for when selecting your divorce attorney. 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.

3 Reasons Why Divorce is Not Bad for Your Children

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...

4 Reasons You Should Hire a Lawyer for Your Divorce

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...

Divorce Attorney in Mobile, Alabama

When you are looking for a divorce lawyer in Mobile, it is important to find an attorney who understands your situation and knows how to guide you to successfully navigate divorce, child custody, and child support. There are a lot of divorce lawyers out there, and it...

Alison Baxter Herlihy P.C. Celebrates 10th Anniversary

February 28, 2021 marks the 10th Anniversary of Alison Baxter Herlihy P.C.  These past 10 years have flown by!  We have grown so much over the years.  Back in 2011, Alison rented a one room office at 401 Church Street, but now we have our own building...

New 5 Star Client Review on Google

We just received this new 5 star client review on Google:I went through a long and difficult contested divorce with no minor children. Alison and her team were so good at advising me throughout the process. They were patient and understanding with any issue I had. If...

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 is an uncontested divorce

People are often unsure of how the whole divorce process works in Mobile, Alabama. The term “uncontested divorce” refers to a divorce where the parties do not go to court, and the divorce is submitted solely on the written agreement of the parties. If you retain...

Marriage in Question?

Marriage in Question? Are you really ready for divorce? Your marriage is in question and you're facing a real dilemma. You may be the one who is deciding should you stay or should you go. Article by: Bruce Derman, Ph.D. and Wendy Gregson, MS, LMFT Click here to read...

If you are considering divorce and you have children, you may be concerned about the effects divorce might have on your children. The truth is that divorce can be better for your children depending on the environment they experience at home.