Receiving divorce papers can feel like the ground beneath you just shifted. Whether you expected this moment or it came as a shock, the...

Introduction   Divorce is never easy, but in Alabama, the decisions you make early in the process can have a lasting impact on your...

When people think about prenuptial agreements, the first image that comes to mind is often of high-profile celebrities protecting their...

By Michael Capleone, Hoover Divorce & Family Law Attorney Custody battles can feel like stepping into a storm with no compass. In...

Mediation is often seen as a peaceful, cost-effective alternative to court—but what happens when the person on the other side of the...

Drug testing in family court can be one of the most emotionally loaded and legally complex parts of a custody case. Whether you're the...

Watch the video for more information If you're in a custody case and a Guardian ad Litem (GAL)  has been appointed, you’re likely feeling...

In high-conflict custody cases, it's often difficult for a judge to determine which parent is truly prioritizing the child’s best...

What Is a Prenuptial Agreement? A Clear, Modern Explanation A prenuptial agreement—often called a “prenup”—is a legally binding contract...

What Is a PFA—and How Can It Be Misused in Family Law? A Protection From Abuse (PFA)  order is a civil legal mechanism designed to...

Navigating Relationships with a Narcissist: Break-Ups, Parental Alienation, Hoovering, and Interactions with DHR/CPS and Guardian ad...

What Is Hoovering—and Why Is It Happening to You? Hoovering is a manipulative tactic often used by narcissists to pull you back into a...

You Are Still Their Parent: Strength and Hope Through Parental Alienation Parental alienation can feel like watching your child slowly...

You Were Left—But You Are Not Broken If you're reading this, it's because something unimaginably hard just happened. You're pregnant. And...

Are You Co-Parenting with a Narcissist Who’s Driving You to the Edge? Read This. Every text turns into an argument. Every exchange...

Are You Co-Parenting with a Narcissist Who’s Driving You to the Edge? Read This. Every text turns into an argument. Every exchange...

Introduction Parental alienation is subtle, emotional, and hard to prove—unless you document it right. If you want authorities like DHR,...

When a family court case intensifies—especially one involving abuse allegations or PFAs—the child may be interviewed by more than just...

Grandparents often become lifelines when a child’s home life becomes unstable. In Alabama, if the child’s parents are unmarried,...

If you’re involved in an emergency custody case, you may find yourself interacting with DHR (Department of Human Resources), CPS (Child...