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...
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5 budget issues that can destroy post-divorce finances
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...
What is divorce season?
While divorce can happen anytime during the year, it tends to peak between January and March. It’s so prevalent that it’s often referred to as “divorce season”. There are several factors contributing to this phenomenon. A cultural calendar One reason we tend to see a...
What is a temporary child custody order during a divorce?
Since divorce is such a complex legal process, the courts often employ ways to simplify certain elements of separation. This is especially true when children are involved because their best interests remain a top priority and uncertainty isn’t great for kids. One...
Is it OK to date during your divorce?
Divorce allows you to find someone new, someone better suited to your needs. The problem is that moving too soon could lead to problems. Firstly, there is the legal side of things to consider. If you are still in the middle of a divorce, starting a new relationship or...
Equitable distribution in a Mississippi divorce
You often hear that getting a divorce can be a complicated, lengthy process. What people are usually talking about is not divorce itself but diving up your marital property. Mississippi follows an equitable distribution model when it comes to dividing property in a...
Divorce during tax season
Tax season is something many Mississippi residents do not look forward to. Doing taxes can be extremely cumbersome for some people, especially if they end up owing money. If you are going through a divorce during tax season, that adds another complication into the...
Does Mississippi allow divorce due to irreconcilable differences?
When Mississippi couples want to get a divorce, they must show the court there is a reason to grant it. In most states, simply saying there are irreconcilable differences is sufficient. That is not the case in Mississippi unless certain circumstances are in place....
Does domestic abuse stop after divorce?
One hallmark of a domestic abusers is that they rarely stop and only escalate their abuse. This is why victims are always advised to find a way to get out of the relationship as soon as humanly possible. But, just because you found your bravery to get out does not...
Keep finances in mind in your late-in-life divorce
Late-in-life divorces of those in their 50s and 60s are becoming increasingly common. Referred to by some as a “gray divorce,” people facing a late-in-life divorce will have unique concerns in the divorce process, particularly when it comes to property division. Focus...