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Are you a parent going through a divorce? Then one of the biggest things you’re likely thinking about is your children. You may be worried about your future involvement with your children after the divorce. You may be given the opportunity to have a child custody...
As the year begins, it's an opportune time for parents of minor children who are separated or divorced, to review and potentially revise their parenting plan. The essence of a successful parenting plan lies in its ability to evolve with the changing needs of the...
Child custody rights come in two main forms. First, there is physical custody or parenting time. This refers to which parent will be the caretaker for the child and where they will live. Secondly, there is the decision-making power – legal custody – granted to these...
Have you decided on a custody arrangement with your ex? Do you feel compelled to opt for sharing joint physical custody even though it isn’t your top choice? Divorce is undeniably a challenging and emotional journey, especially for parents navigating the complexities...
When a mother is married at the time she gives birth, her husband is legally presumed to be the child’s biological father. If the couple later splits up, that generally makes it easy to establish matters of support. But what if the mother and the father aren’t...
It is possible to terminate a person’s parental rights. This can be done under Arkansas law if it’s in the best interests of the child. For example, a stepparent may be interested in adopting a child after getting married to someone who had a child with a previous...
There are two ways to establish child custody in Arkansas. The parents can either settle the custody arrangement privately or leave the decision-making up to the court. The initial determining factor How do you tell if a custody arrangement should be made between...
The simple answer is yes. But first, let us establish the basics of child custody. Custody is a parent’s legal and physical right to their child. Legal custody is the right of the parent to make significant decisions on the child’s life. Physical custody is the right...
When children are faced with distance from one of their parents due to various circumstances, such as military service, divorce, relocation or travel, it can be emotionally challenging for them. However, there are strategies parents and caregivers can employ to help...
Child support helps you to meet the needs of your kids after a divorce. After the court orders you to pay child support, the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) will provide you with services to make payments without difficulties and on time. Thus, the...