By Jared N. Lyles The Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children act (the ICPC) was put into place to encourage the cooperation and communication between state authorities that are involved in the interstate placement of children in foster care or for adoption.
By Susan M. Brown As lawyers, we are called to be both advocates and counselors. Clients may come to you for help with legal filings about an adoption. But to advise them wisely, you should be sure they have realistic expectations about this most important decision. Here are a few basic considerations to help your clients make informed decisions.
By Jonathan A. Griffith Many attorneys love the idea of connecting a loving family with a child in need of a forever home, but are intimidated by the adoption process. This article is designed to help those lawyers.
The Quality of Life, Health & Wellness Committee has planned a full slate of events and offerings to recognize the month of May as ASB Wellness Month for Lawyers and…
The 2022 Law Day theme is “Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change.” Commemorated annually, Law Day is an opportunity to host or participate in discussions…
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed May 2, 2022, as Law Day in the State of Alabama. Gov. Ivey presented Alabama State Bar Executive Director Terri Lovell…
Legislative Summary The Alabama Legislature met for the final days of the 2022 Regular Legislative Session this week. A desire to finish pushed lawmakers to work long days and nights…
Legislative Summary Legislators returned from spring break ready to close out the session. The legislature met for three session days this week and packed in a full slate of committee…
The Alabama State Bar has an immediate position available for an Administrative Assistant. Overview The Administrative Assistant- Admissions is a highly responsible administrative position and reports to the Admissions Director…
The Alabama Women's Hall of Fame (AWHF) was stablished in 1970. It recognizes women native to or identified closely with Alabama who have made significant contributions on a state, national, or international level. Notable inductees include Helen Keller, Julia Tutwiler, Rosa Parks, Harper Lee, and Coretta Scott King. Of the 98 women in the AWHF, five were lawyers. Remarkably, when most became lawyers, women still could not vote or serve on a jury.[1]
