In the majority of divorce cases, both spouses are involved in the legal process. One person may serve the other the divorce petition, but that person then has a chance to respond to the petition, attend court hearings and make their opinions known when it comes to...
Year: 2026
When can parents alter a custody order?
A child custody order determines each parent’s custody rights. For example, a custody order may give both parents the right to decide what is best for their child when it comes to medical care, education or religion. A custody order can also decide where a child...
What is “concealment” in bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy requires you to disclose all property, financial interests and other assets that may belong to the bankruptcy estate. Leaving something off your bankruptcy schedules can have serious consequences if prosecutors believe you intentionally tried to...
Practical ways to protect your power in a high conflict divorce
It isn’t unusual for people going through a divorce to experience periods where they feel somewhat helpless. It’s a legal process that most people don’t have much familiarity with if they haven’t been through it before. It’s important, however, that if you are facing...
Can child support continue through a teen’s college years?
Child support helps make family arrangements as fair as possible when parents no longer live together. If parents earn substantially different incomes or one parent has far more time with the children than the other, the courts can order the parent with the higher...
How long does a Mississippi divorce take?
People considering divorce in Mississippi often struggle to understand what the law requires. They may feel confused about the requirements for divorce filings based on what they hear from others or read online. They may also feel unsure about the specific process...
Can your bankruptcy filing lead to fraud charges?
Filing for bankruptcy is often a difficult financial decision made by people seeking relief from overwhelming debt. Most individuals who enter the bankruptcy process are attempting to resolve financial problems honestly and move forward with a fresh start. Even so,...
Should married couples file bankruptcy jointly in Mississippi?
Debt has a way of becoming a shared burden in a marriage, even when it starts with just one spouse. You may find yourself trying to keep up with bills, credit cards or medical expenses that no longer match your income, while also trying to protect your home, your...
How to plan for child custody and visitation after divorce
Planning for child custody and visitation after divorce can feel emotional and uncertain for many families. Parents often worry about how schedules will work and how changes may affect their children’s daily lives. Creating a clear and stable arrangement is important...
Personal bankruptcy can help to prevent vehicle repossession
Temporary financial setbacks have a way of snowballing into something much more serious. A sudden layoff could leave a worker struggling to pay their bills. They might miss a car payment or two. Then, they are suddenly at risk of losing their vehicle to repossession....