Divorce is difficult under normal circumstances, but the process can be even more challenging when your spouse lies about everything. Their lack of truthfulness can render it hard to figure out which assets fall within the marital estate for property division...
Month: February 2024
What if I believe child support guidelines are inappropriate?
In Mississippi family law cases, it is imperative for the parents to remember their children and focus on their needs. It can be difficult to do during a divorce as there are a litany of concerns that come to the forefront, but children are innocent bystanders and...
Six justifications for seeking a child custody modification
As time moves on, circumstances may change for your child. This can render what was once a fair, favorable and viable child custody order dangerous to your child’s well-being. Unfortunately, the custody and visitation spelled out in that order isn’t going to change...
Petitioning for guardianship and making modifications
Under Mississippi law, a guardian is a person who has legal authority and responsibility for another person, called a ward. The ward may be incapacitated or otherwise unable to make decisions for themselves. This may be because of mental illness, cognitive impairments...