In a Mississippi family law case, child custody can be one of the most confusing and worrisome areas. Fathers who want a fair chance at gaining custody might think it is an uphill battle and that mothers are automatically given preference. However, that is not the...
Post-divorce, you and your child’s other parent will have to find a way to make your existing custody arrangement work. That’s oftentimes easier said than done, though, given that each of you may have your own ideas about the best way to raise your child. This can...
Any family law dispute can be emotional and lead to disagreements. In Mississippi, nothing exemplifies this more than child-related issues. Even parents who are on reasonably good terms and are trying to reach a reasonable solution can run into roadblocks that make it...
While many states are now no-fault divorce states, divorce in Mississippi can still be granted on either fault or no-fault grounds. If you choose to file for a fault-based divorce, you will need to establish that your spouse’s actions resulted in the ending of your...
The holiday season should be a joyful time for families. For divorced parents, financial strain can overshadow the festivities. Many wonder if they can request extra child support to cover the increased expenses. The reality is that obtaining additional support often...
To secure the child custody outcome you want, you have to demonstrate that your proposal is in the child’s best interests. This isn’t just a figure of speech; the term refers to a wide-ranging legal standard that addresses nearly every aspect of your child’s life and...
Before you can secure visitation and seek physical or legal custody of your child, you have to act to secure your father’s rights. This is no small thing given the enormous benefit an active father can have on a child’s life. In fact, studies have shown that children...
Lesser-earning spouses or stay-at-home spouses may be entitled to alimony or spousal support from a higher-earning spouse in the divorce. There are several types of spousal support available in Mississippi, including: Periodic alimony: Monthly payments made by the...
Mississippi couples who are considering divorce often believe a contentious and costly dispute is unavoidable. They think there will be a series of personal, financial and emotional challenges. However, with the litany of issues that need to be navigated including...
The child custody order that’s been entered in your case was issued with your child’s best interests in mind. Therefore, the court expects that you and the other parent will abide by the terms of that order. Yet, all too often, parents try to take custody matters into...
