Alabama Attorney Sam McLure gives a brief overview of dependency proceedings in the juvenile court. …
Welcoming Will Jenne as Our New Attorney
Please join in us in a round of applause for our new attorney, Mr. Will Jenne, who just passed the Bar Exam with flying colors. Although the bar results are fresh, Will is not new to the firm, or to caring for our foster and adoptive families. Mr. …
Adoption Subsidy: A Brief Guide in 2026
What is an Adoption Subsidy? To quote from the Alabama Administrative Code, “Adoption subsidy is provided to facilitate the adoption of children with special needs by assisting with the removal of financial barriers to adoption.”[1] What are the …
A Child’s Best Interest Is Not Secondary To the Right of His Abuser
The Best Interest of a Child is Paramount A child’s best interest is not secondary to the 5th amendment rights of the child’s abuser. The Court of Civil appeals reaffirmed this in A.W. v. Jefferson County Department of Human Resources[1]. In A.W. …
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What You Need to Prove Dependency for Your Child
What Does A Judge Need to Find a Child Dependent? A judgment adjudicating a child as dependent, known as dependency, must be supported by clear and convincing evidence. Furthermore, the evidence must show that the custodial parent is culpable for …
She Was Only Supposed to be With our Family for 30 Days…
It's Adoption Day! We are so happy to invite you to share in the joy of the Barnes' family, in Meaghan's own words... "It’s Adoption Day! 🎀🩷 Today we are so incredibly grateful to finally rest in forever—as a family of four. Last June, we got …
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S3: E1 | FAQ Shorts: Notice to Final Hearing of Adoption
Ever wondered when the child is actually adopted? Here's what happens after Termination of Parental Rights. Notice is published to the biological parent(s), and 30 days later, adoption finalization must take place. In this series of short-form …
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How to Get Rights to Visit Your Grandchildren
As a Caregiver for Your Grandchildren, Let’s start with a hypothetical. Ten years ago, your son, James, married Susan. They were happily married and had two children of the marriage, Johnny and Sally. You saw your grandchildren at least two times …
Does Abandonment Make a Difference When You are Adopting?
Does Abandonment Matter? Every law student is trained the same way. When you're asked a direct question, answer the question, then explain – if needed. So, I’ll try to represent my legal education well: Yes, abandonment matters in adoption. In …
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