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...
Life circumstances change, and sometimes child support orders must be adjusted to reflect these changes. In Mississippi, you can request a modification of child support if you meet the criteria. Understanding the grounds for modification and the steps involved can...
The divorce process is a challenging journey, and when military members are involved, it becomes even more complex. In Mississippi, military divorce has its own set of rules and considerations that couples need to be aware of, but most importantly, military service...
Mississippi couples who are going through a divorce have several issues to address during the divorce process. If the couple has children, child custody is often a primary issue that needs to be addressed. Many family law experts recommend that divorcing parents...
Deciding to divorce is often one of the most difficult decisions to make. Once you are ready to get the process started, you might find the process grinding to a halt because your spouse refuses or evades service of the divorce petition. This is not an uncommon...
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...
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...
