Kirk Drennan Law

09/30/2026

Financial pressures, legal changes and shifting attitudes may help explain why couples are staying married for longer

09/28/2026

A growing number of states are making an equal split between parents the default child custody option in divorce cases. Louisiana and Mississippi this year joined at least five other states that have adopted the so-called 50-50 standard — four of them since 2021, as more legislators rework divorce...

09/25/2026

Separated parents with their own expertise explain the challenges of rebuilding a relationship around their children, themselves and their ex

09/24/2026

How the federal government classifies controlled substances can affect criminal penalties, medical access, research, and regulation.

A recent Harvard Law Review article examines the Controlled Substances Act and argues that the current scheduling system deserves a broader look. The authors discuss concerns involving prohibition, pharmaceutical influence, and how scheduling decisions are made.

The article also explores proposed changes such as expanding participation in scheduling decisions and reconsidering the DEA’s role in classifying substances.

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The United States makes bad choices when it comes to psychoactive drugs. Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), U.S. drug law has simultaneously fueled mass incarceration, inhibited needed access, and enabled an opioid crisis.

09/23/2026

Can a child choose which parent to live with in Alabama?

There is no specific age when a child automatically gets to make that decision. A judge may consider the child’s age, maturity, and preference, but the final decision is based on what is in the child’s best interests.

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Questions about child custody in Alabama? Call Kirk Drennan Law at 205-803-3500.

Can a child choose which parent to live with in Alabama? Learn how age, maturity, preferences, and the child's best interests affect custody decisions.

09/07/2026

09/02/2026

In a high-asset divorce, a settlement that looks equal on paper may not actually be equal after taxes.

Real estate, investment accounts, business interests, and retirement assets can all carry very different tax consequences. Careful settlement planning can help preserve more of your wealth and avoid unexpected liabilities later.

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Facing a complex divorce in Alabama? Contact Kirk Drennan Law at 205-803-3500.

Explore the potential tax benefits of different high-asset divorce settlement structures and how they may affect your financial future in Alabama.

08/31/2026

When inheriting an annuity, a beneficiary who isn't a spouse can face a big tax bill. Choosing annuitization or the "stretch" option lets you soften the blow.

08/27/2026

Prenups are becoming mainstream, but experts say they should also address estate planning for death and illness.

08/24/2026

Influencers like Mikayla Noguiera, Jen Hamilton, Gabrielle Stone, and Meghan McTavish are reframing their divorces as empowering — and making money off it.