Divorce can be a scary time, but it is more so for parents because they have the added fear of losing custody or parenting time with their child. After all, since the couple is splitting, there will be some reduction in parenting time, until one receives sole and...
In Mississippi family law cases, child custody and parenting time are common topics for disagreement. Unfortunately, the children might get caught in the middle as the parents go back and forth as to how to formulate their schedules. The state has certain guidelines...
Before a parent can request child support, they must establish paternity. There are several options to do this. Process for establishing paternity If both parents agree on paternity, they can complete a Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity form at the hospital when...
Divorce proceedings are often riddled with financial concerns. The outcome of your marriage dissolution can reshape your vision of the future, setting everything from your standard of living to how much debt you’ll have to carry. With so much on the line, you need to...
At the time of divorce, an major issue is often regarding child custody. In Mississippi, child custody determinations are based on the “best interests of the child” standards, which are a set of factors that were established by the Mississippi Supreme Court’s 1983...
If a person needs help to manage their affairs, their loved ones may want to consider a conservatorship. Conservatorship is a legal arrangement established by a court that ensures the well-being and financial stability of a person who cannot make decisions, due to...
If you are considering getting a divorce in our state, you wonder how much it will cost you. The answer is not simple, as there are many factors that can affect the cost of a Mississippi divorce, such as whether it is contested or uncontested, whether you have...
During Mississippi family law cases, children are easily caught in the middle. This could involve child custody, parenting time and support. Regarding custody and parenting time, the court will base its determination on the child’s best interests. For best interests,...
The financial outcome of your divorce can leave you concerned about your future. After all, if you don’t maximize your opportunities for securing the resources that you deserve, then you might struggle to make ends meet as you move into your post-divorce life. To...
Mississippi courts make their decisions in child custody cases based primarily on the child’s best interests. While in many cases, the custody and parenting time arrangement will remain the same until the child reaches the age of majority, there are times when a...
