Dealing with a problematic co-parent who repeatedly violates your custody order can be frustrating and emotionally draining. Whether they fail to follow the visitation schedule, withhold the child from you or ignore other aspects of the agreement, these actions can...
When parents separate, child support plays a crucial role in making sure children receive the financial resources they need. However, not all parents are eager to fulfill their child support obligations. Child support enforcement is meant to hold delinquent parents...
In family law, few topics carry as much weight as the termination of parental rights. This life-altering process can occur voluntarily or involuntarily, each with its own rules and profound consequences. Knowing how these two paths differ to termination is vital to...
A variety of different changes to family circumstances can potentially impact custody arrangements. One parent deciding to move across the state or out of the state could have major implications for shared custody arrangements. A move can make it much more difficult...
So-called “sobriety” checkpoints have just one purpose: to identify impaired drivers and put them under arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol. While not legal in every state, they are considered legal in Mississippi, so long as they are...
When a child custody dispute becomes heated, it can threaten the time that you spend with your kid and the relationship that you have with them. And as a result, the impact of a child custody arrangement can have long-term implications for both you and your child....
In a Mississippi family law case, children and serving their best interests is one of the most important aspects that the court will consider. This includes an appropriate child support award. There are myriad factors that are considered with child support and to...
With reproductive rights and the rights of pregnant women in general now being left up to the states, there’s been a lot of attention around a number of states that reportedly don’t allow pregnant women to divorce. In fact, a number of states, from Arizona to...
Divorce in Mississippi involves property division, which means splitting your marital assets and debts. This can be a complicated process, and when you owe tax debt, the situation can become even more contentious and complex. Ultimately, you and your spouse will...
There is no question that divorce is expensive, and a healthy post-divorce life requires a careful budget. However, many divorced people fail to anticipate a few common “budget busters” that can derail their carefully laid financial plans. Here are some key expenses...