Family Law
Alabama trial lawyers protecting your family
The trial lawyers at Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole work hard to achieve the best results for their clients in family law matters. We make sure every step of the legal process is clearly understood and anticipated from initial consultation onward. Bobby Poole and David Dawson are regularly involved in all areas of family law.
They understand that not all family disputes can be resolved by settlement, and are prepared to fight for your needs and interests in court.
We have experience in all aspects of family law, including:
Sound family law counsel in Opelika, Alabama
For trusted counsel and representation on your family law matters, contact Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole to arrange for a consultation.
Divorce
Divorce—or dissolution of a marriage—is the legal termination of a marriage. Divorce actions can be uncontested or contested. In uncontested cases, the parties agree to all terms of the dissolution of their marriage, including:
- Distribution of assets and liabilities
- The establishment of a parenting plan
- Child custody
- Child support
- Alimony
In contested cases, there are issues between the parties that cannot be settled. Contested cases can require extensive financial discovery and the involvement of expert witnesses, depositions, and child custody evaluations. The attorneys at Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole advise you on your legal options, provide experienced guidance, and protect your rights, whether your divorce is uncontested or contested.
Adoption
Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole provides comprehensive legal representation for clients seeking private, international, or interstate adoptions.
Child support
These are payments from one parent to the other for the support of their children. Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole makes sure that you are either receiving or providing the appropriate amount of support.
Child custody
The legal custody of a child under the age of 18 is often a difficult matter to resolve. The physical and legal custody of a child is typically addressed during divorce proceedings. It can also be determined in family court. Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole protects your rights and your child's rights.
Alimony
This is a periodic payment of spousal support for a fixed or unfixed time period. Whether you are the spouse who is in need, or the spouse who faces the possibility of providing alimony, Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole addresses your support issues.
Modification actions
If financial or personal circumstances have changed since the divorce or court decree, you may be able to seek a modification of your parenting plan or the amount of child support, or alimony. Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole provides effective representation in these matters.
Paternity
Establishing or disestablishing paternity protects important visitation and support rights of a parent. If you want to establish an agreement or renegotiate one, Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole represents your interests.
Prenuptial agreements
This is a written contract between two people who are about to be married that delineates the parties' financial relationship. Whittelsey, Whittelsey & Poole negotiates and drafts these agreements for you.
