There can sometimes be debates over paternity if it is unclear who a child’s father really is. For instance, a man may be ordered to pay child support but contest that he is not actually the child’s father. Another example could be if a man wants to get custody so he...
When married couples divorce, property division is typically necessary. They have to work out arrangements for splitting up their shared resources and also their marital debts. Frequently, married couples combine their incomes and savings to purchase homes together....
Thinking about divorce is one thing. Carrying through with it is another whole different story. Ending a marriage in Mississippi isn’t as simple as signing papers and parting ways. The process involves legal steps, waiting periods, and sometimes, emotional hurdles...
Parents have certain protected rights under the law. They generally live with their children or have the right to parenting time if they share parental rights. They also make decisions about how they raise their children. Parents also have responsibilities to their...
Many small businesses in the United States are owned by couples. In many cases, couples will get married, one of them will have a business idea, and they will engage in the joint venture together. They are both equal owners of the same business. When going through...
You can challenge a probate case in Mississippi if you meet legal requirements and have a valid reason. Probate is the court process used to distribute someone’s assets after death. If you believe something about the will or estate administration isn’t right, state...
When a person dies, there are often questions about what will happen with their property, as well as their financial obligations. The executor or personal representative is the person responsible for administering the estate. They present the will of the deceased...
Mothers and fathers going through a divorce in Mississippi are equally entitled to custody. In 1983, the Mississippi Supreme Court case Albright v. Albright overturned the maternal preference. Thus, joint custody is typically the starting point when a court hears...
When a couple faces the possibility of divorce, emotions and uncertainty can cloud the path forward. A well-crafted postnuptial agreement can offer clarity and control and provide a pathway to resolution. Far from just a legal formality, a postnup can serve as a...
Divorce statutes are different in every state, although many relatively mirror each other. However, Mississippi has some of the most unique statutes in the nation. People preparing for divorce in Mississippi may be unsure of what to expect from the process, especially...
