You and your spouse have divorced and it’s now time to start the next chapter of your life. The court has signed off on a child custody agreement, which you have been sticking to. Unfortunately, you’ve found it tough financially after the divorce and you’ve fallen...
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Child Custody & Support
Avoid common mistakes during child custody cases and beyond
Parents who make the decision to divorce have to ensure that they’re doing what’s best for their children. This is sometimes difficult because they must put aside their own emotions to do what the kids need. There are some specific mistakes that parents can make as...
Why do the recent changes in Arkansas child custody law matter?
Child custody decisions have come a long way in Arkansas. A lot has changed, from the tender years in the 1800s, when mothers were the preferred custodians for young children, to the present times when the playing field is almost level. Both parents now have equal...
Can you terminate your ex’s rights to your shared child?
As the custodial parent of your child, you already take care of them all day, every single day. You are the one that buys them shoes for school and gets them to their doctor's appointments. However, you may still need to discuss certain issues with the other parent...
Do you always have to share custody when you divorce in Arkansas?
Getting married to the wrong person can be an expensive and often emotionally-damaging mistake. Having children with that person will make separating from them that much more difficult. Divorce is typically costly and stressful, but it will cost more and be a lot more...
How is child support determined?
When married parents divorce or unmarried parents separate, their obligations to their minor children do not change. Both remain responsible for meeting the child's needs and ensuring the child maintains a stable standard of living. In order to protect the child's...
When Can I Modify a Child Custody Or Support Agreement?
If you’ve gone through the difficulty of creating an initial custody agreement/parenting plan, you may be hesitant to go through the trouble of attempting to modify it. If your circumstances have changed, a modification may be necessary. What do you do next? You’re...