Legal Notice: Custody Case in Alabama Court

Michael Coleman files petition against Jessica Coleman, whose whereabouts are unknown

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A legal notice has been published in the Speakin' Out News regarding a custody case in the Circuit Court of Madison County, Alabama. Michael Coleman has filed a petition against Jessica Coleman, whose whereabouts are currently unknown, and she must respond by March 26, 2026.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges faced by the court system when dealing with custody disputes involving missing or absent parties. It also underscores the importance of ensuring that all parties are properly notified and given the opportunity to respond in legal proceedings.

The details

According to the legal notice, Michael Coleman has filed a petition for custody and other relief against Jessica Coleman in the Circuit Court of Madison County, Alabama. Jessica Coleman's current whereabouts are unknown, and she must respond to the petition by March 26, 2026.

  • The legal notice was first published on February 4, 2026.
  • The notice was subsequently published on February 11, 2026, February 18, 2026, and February 25, 2026.

The players

Michael Coleman

The petitioner in the custody case against Jessica Coleman.

Jessica Coleman

The respondent in the custody case, whose whereabouts are currently unknown.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will determine whether Jessica Coleman must be located and properly served with the petition, or if the case can proceed without her response.

The takeaway

This legal notice highlights the complexities of custody cases when one party's whereabouts are unknown, and the importance of ensuring that all parties are properly notified and given the opportunity to respond in legal proceedings.