If your family is facing the probate process, you are likely aware of its potential complexities. Probate can be a lengthy and sometimes frustrating experience, but understanding common pitfalls can help you navigate it more smoothly. Here are several key mistakes...
Mississippi is one of only a few fault-based divorce states. This means you must prove a reason for wanting a divorce if your spouse does not agree to one. Some grounds are less challenging to prove than others. Examples include adultery, excessive drug use or...
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...
Most divorces mark the end of a legal and romantic relationship. However, what happens when a couple decides they want to be married again? Can a divorce that has been granted be undone? In Mississippi, the law provides a straightforward way for former spouses to...
Mississippi courts do recognize premarital agreements, also commonly called prenuptial agreements or just prenups, as valid and enforceable. However, like in other family law matters, our state takes an uncommon approach to premarital agreements. The Mississippi...
Divorce in Mississippi requires a splitting of marital assets. A house is often the most valuable asset involved in a divorce and determining who gets the house can be complex. Mississippi is an equitable distribution state, which means that marital property is...
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...
Most of us communicate through text messages or social media, even with our spouses. The ease of this type of communication over the years has led to spouses having important conversations or arguments through social media. Social media is also often the place we vent...
