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Opening the Door
by Phil Fikes, Associate Attorney Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard, State of South Carolina vs. Alex Murdaugh, high-profile cases that have gone to trial in the last year and the whole world was able
County to receive $150,000 in Opioid class action lawsuit
CLAY COUNTY, AL – At the December 12, 2022 Commission meeting, Accounts Payable Linda Varner gave a report on where they were with the county’s participation in the Opioid class action lawsuit. Linda explained
REDEEMER ACT and Expungements in Alabama
by Jim Golden, It’s that time of year again- the time where we set goals for our new and improved selves. Whether it’s to exercise more, lose weight, or chart a new course, studies
Do I Need an Estate Plan If I’m Not Rich? YES!
We are often asked, “Do I need an estate plan if I’m not rich?” and every time we respond the same way: “Absolutely!” Although most of us have likely never considered it, we
Podcast: Expungement in Alabama
Attorney Tyler Sims joins the podcast to discuss developments in the law of Expungements in Alabama with host Jacy Fisher.

Mayors in Alabama have Pardon Power
“Here’s why we’re doing this – no one should be held up by a single past mistake. No one should be denied job opportunities or freedoms due to missteps from the past. No longer

Do I need an Expungement, or Pardon, or both?
According to news reports, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin for the second year running promised to pardon those convicted of minor marijuana offenses in the city. Woodfin made the announcement in a tweeted video on

What are your rights when DHR is at your door?
“USA TODAY asked 10 attorneys who represent parents in Florida dependency cases to share insight on parents’ rights and provide general tips on navigating a child protective investigation. While many of their suggestions are

Fences make good neighbors
The location of boundaries between parcels of land is one of the more misunderstood areas of law by the public-at-large. “BUT MY DEED SAYS. . .!” Many lawsuits (and regularly arrests) began with these

Joint Physical Custody in Alabama: The Importance of Co-Parenting Following Divorce
A common misconception of physical custody of children following a divorce is that the term “joint physical custody” means that both parents split time with the children 50/50. Oftentimes, a joint physical custody schedule
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