It's a common misconception in Mississippi that child support ends after the child turns 18. In fact, you might have to continue paying child support well after your child reaches adulthood. It's becoming increasingly common for non-custodial parents to pay for a...
When a judge declares that you have to pay a certain amount of child support, their ruling is based on your income at the time. However, there's no guarantee that you'll be making that same amount of money in a year or two. Countless parents in Mississippi have found...
When you start the divorce process in Mississippi, you'll need to be prepared to divide most of your marital assets. This includes the money in the joint savings account that you own with your spouse. While dividing the account in half might seem like the easiest...
Mississippi parents who are getting a divorce and who plan to share physical custody need to work out a schedule that works for them and their children. There are several different approaches they can take. Weekly schedule A weekly schedule for custody is a common...
If you're going through a divorce, then you understand just how daunting the process can be. That is why so many people in Mississippi who've gone through the process recommend bringing in a divorce coach. What exactly does this coach do for you? The following...
Fighting for child custody in Mississippi can be exhausting. During the process, you might be worried that you won't receive custody if you don't live in a house. If your former spouse has a nice house with plenty of room for your child, your fears will probably be...
After a divorce, you may decide the best option for your children is to co-parent. According to Healthline, co-parenting is when both parents continue to share caretaking responsibilities. They both continue to discuss and make decisions involving a child’s health...
A person might try to find a way to prevent a spouse from finding out about a purchase if that purchase was made to buy a surprise gift or trip for the spouse. A person may also try and find a way to prevent a spouse from learning about other financial transactions...
Marital assets such as a 401(k) will likely be divided in a Mississippi divorce proceeding. However, it is important that the account be divided in an equitable manner and in a way that keeps your tax bill to a minimum. Take a look at what you can do to preserve as...
When couples experience problems in their marriage, they may think that a divorce is their only option. However, people may also get a legal separation. Divorce and legal separation have many elements in common. According to FindLaw, couples have to divide their...
