Stephen Williams
Identifying and Challenging “Naturalistic Fallacy” in Child Custody and Divorce
The naturalistic fallacy is a common error in reasoning that occurs when people confuse what is natural with what is right or good. This...
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Stephen Williams
- Feb 18
- 1 min
Drug Testing in your Child Custody or DHR/CPS Case? Hair Tests Can Save you Time and Money
If the Court has ordered you to drug test or you’re participating with drug testing through an ISP with DHR, hair testing or hair...
Stephen Williams
- Feb 5
- 2 min
Can DHR take away one of your children but not the other one?
You would think that if you are fit and capable of taking care of one of your Children then you are capable of taking care of all of...
Stephen Williams
- Feb 5
- 2 min
Who decides a Child's religion in a Child Custody case if the Parents don't have the same beliefs?
It doesn’t happen often, but at times there is a dispute between parents about who will decide a Child’s religious upbringing. Religion...
Stephen Williams
- Feb 1
- 1 min
What is the DSM V and how does it come into play in Child Custody cases?
Think the Other Side of your Child Custody case is crazy? They just might be. The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental...
Stephen Williams
- Dec 22, 2022
- 3 min
The Hidden Pitfalls of Child Custody and Visitation during the Christmas Season: Part 3
Christmas and the Holidays are extra special in Child Custody, Visitation, Divorce, and DHR cases. Maybe we get a little extra time with...
Stephen Williams
- Dec 19, 2022
- 5 min
The Hidden Pitfalls of Child Custody and Visitation during the Christmas Season: Part 2
The Child Custody Schedule or Visitation Schedule can be hectic during Christmas. Everyone knows that. Dealing with your side of the...
Stephen Williams
- Dec 17, 2022
- 3 min
The Hidden Pitfalls of Child Custody and Visitation During the Christmas Season: Part 1
If you’ve worked with an effective Child Custody Lawyer, the schedule during Christmas should be the EASY part (just be where you’re...
Stephen Williams
- Dec 3, 2022
- 3 min
Football or fútbol? In child custody, which parent gets to decide what sport a child plays?
As the United States sees continued success in the #WorldCup, I’m sure you were wondering, hypothetically, what if Christian Pulisic’s...
Stephen Williams
- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
What a Changing Job Market Means for Your Child Custody Case and Your Community
“How can you serve?” You don’t answer that question with a piece of paper. -- The Wall Street Journal reports that employers are...
Stephen Williams
- Nov 19, 2022
- 3 min
What rights do fathers have in Alabama? Even without a Court Order?
Fathers have the right to stand up for themselves and their children. There is some bad news but there’s also much better news. The bad...
Stephen Williams
- Nov 6, 2022
- 4 min
Can a minor change their last name? (Answers on Avvo)
If you’re looking for a lawyer in your area for any particular legal need or opportunity, Avvo is a great site to check out. Avvo is like...
Stephen Williams
- Sep 23, 2022
- 1 min
Child Custody Quick Tips, Tools and Hacks #392 - How can a Life Insurance policy affect your case?
Part of being successful in Child Custody and Co-Parenting is just coming off like you have your $h*t together. Want 50/50 custody or...
Stephen Williams
- Aug 5, 2022
- 1 min
Foxtrot’s Editorial Comments on the “DR” Definitions of Child Custody
1. Never rely solely on subsection (1), “Joint Custody.” Always use some version of subsections (2)-(5). Subsection (1) may be on the...
Stephen Williams
- Aug 5, 2022
- 1 min
Standard Visitation and Child Custody Schedules
We’ve all heard of “every other weekend” visitation, but the nuances of holidays, birthdays, and any other logistical considerations in...
Stephen Williams
- Aug 3, 2022
- 1 min
Get a (Light) Grip in Your Child Custody Case
When I was growing up, there was a phrase we’d use when someone needed to calm down, “get a grip.” It was even a damn good Aerosmith...
Stephen Williams
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
A More Affordable Child Custody Representation Strategy – Foxtrot Foundations™
Worried about affording your #ChildCustody representation? You’re not alone, and we understand. Standing up for yourself in your Child...
Stephen Williams
- Jul 31, 2022
- 1 min
Child Custody Devotional – Nature and the Smallness of You
“In his hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him. The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the...
Stephen Williams
- Jul 29, 2022
- 1 min
Dealing with DHR in Child Custody? Do you listen to your Doctor or your Social Worker?
DHR would rather you listen to your social worker than your doctor. DHR takes the position that Medically-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is...
Stephen Williams
- Jul 8, 2022
- 2 min
Get the Mental Health You Need and Deserve in Child Custody and Co-Parenting (VIDEO)
If folks really want to talk about mental health then let’s talk about it. The reality is that folks with mental health challenges,...
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