Custody & Visitation

Many Mississippi parents have filed for divorce this summer. That means that the upcoming school year may present some challenges for them and their children. Parents who keep several things in mind may be able to avoid child custody disputes, which can intensify...

There are several situations in which a Mississippi parent might have his or her parent-child relationship formally terminated. Every state has its own laws regarding such issues. Therefore, a concerned parent will want to gain an understanding of the laws of his or...

Divorce has a significant impact on children. Just as married couples often disagree about child-related issues, it is not surprising that a couple who obtains a divorce in a Mississippi court might disagree about custody issues. Instead of focusing on the fact that...

Adapting to a new lifestyle after a divorce is never easy, especially when there are children involved. When a pair of Mississippi parents make a decision to go their separate ways, that decision automatically disrupts their children’s lives. If parents disagree on...

When a Mississippi parent files for divorce, he or she must resolve numerous issues about the future care and well-being of his or her children. In fact, children’s best interests are a primary focus of child custody proceedings. If one parent is constantly...

Divorcing Mississippi spouses who also happen to be parents may wind up litigating child custody issues. There are several topics in play, including joint vs. sole custody and shared vs. primary physical custody. A judge overseeing these proceedings will take many...

Depending on the ages of your children, you may have worried what they might think or say when you informed them that you were filing for a divorce. Adapting to a new lifestyle can be challenging, especially for kids. If you and your ex disagree about child custody...

When a Mississippi parent files for divorce, he or she must resolve numerous issues pertaining to the children’s well-being. If child custody litigation is taking place, it is helpful for a concerned parent to be as prepared and well-informed about state laws and...

Star of the TV show “Next Top Model,” Heidi Klum, and her ex, Henry Samuel, otherwise known in the music industry as “Seal,” have encountered many challenges in their co-parenting relationship since their divorce. Mississippi parents who are currently navigating child...