Child custody is frequently a topic in dispute during a Mississippi divorce. Since children can be profoundly impacted by the end of the marriage, the court will focus on their needs and how to serve their best interests when making its determinations. One of the...
Year: 2024
At-fault and no-fault divorce in Mississippi
Couples who are planning to get divorce often have many reasons for separating. In no-fault divorce states, the court does not generally require you to cite a fault-based reason for the divorce in your petition. Citing irreconcilable differences in your petition is...
How can I deal with my spouse when they lie during divorce?
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...
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...
How is equitable property division decided?
If you are going through a divorce, you will need to divide your property according to Mississippi law. The court’s goal is to divide the property equitably, but that does not always mean equally. It focuses on what is fair to each party. Divorce process The first...
Does child support show up on my credit report?
If you are a parent who pays or receives child support in Mississippi, you may wonder how it affects your credit score. After all, child support can impact on your financial situation, but does it also show up on your credit report? Does child support show up on my...