Going through a divorce is often overwhelming, but closeness with your children does not have to be a casualty of the process. When you file for divorce in Mississippi, one of the most critical requirements that you and your spouse will need to work on is a parenting...
The type of divorce you choose to end your marriage can determine how quickly you move forward. This decision shapes your path to freedom and your family's future. Hence, understanding these three key differences between a contested and an uncontested divorce helps...
When a parent moves away and payments stop, it can leave you stressed trying to cover bills and care for your child. But Mississippi law does not let distance erase a support obligation. As a parent, there is a legal process you can undergo to secure the support your...
After a night out at a bar, you realize that you had too much to drink and decide to sleep off the alcohol until you are sober. While this may seem like a safer alternative, it could potentially lead to a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge. This post explains...
Custody orders may stop working as your child grows. Life changes can make an old order unsafe or unrealistic for your child. When Mississippi courts allow custody changes Yes, Mississippi courts allow custody changes after divorce. You must show a material change in...
Retail theft charges can change your life in several ways. Your reputation can be tarnished, you can lose your job, and you may face the very real threat of conviction, which could mean fines and jail time. Therefore, it’s imperative that you know how to aggressively...
The dawn of a new year often means people choose to end their marriages. The phenomenon of January being called “divorce month” stems from an apparent statistical uptick in family law cases. While any divorce is challenging, it is often harder is if it is an older...
Before immediately launching an all-out battle to keep the family’s residence after a divorce, a Mississippi resident should ask themselves whether it is really in their best interest to keep the family home. Emotions can certainly play a role in this decision. It is...
The holidays bring joy, but for divorced or separated parents in Mississippi, they can also bring complexity. What you likely want more than anything else this time of year is a peaceful season for your family, especially your children. When you are co-parenting, the...
Drunk driving allegations can completely reshape the life you live. This is especially true when you’re convicted on DUI charges, in which case you may face jail time, fines, driving restrictions and harm to your reputation. But in some instances, you’re better off...