It is fairly common for divorced individuals to create child support arrangements so that the non-custodial parent can provide financial care for the child(ren). It is also common for divorced people to eventually remarry, and this can change the previous child...
Your visitation and child custody rights can be affected in Mississippi if you have a past felony record. Depending on the nature of the crime and the circumstances surrounding it, a judge may determine whether you can get custody of your child or visitation with him...
If your former spouse isn’t paying child support, you may find yourself in the place where you are considering denying visitation. Unfortunately, this isn’t a good idea, and there are other ways to go about it. This is why you shouldn't deny visitation based on child...
Nearly 40% of women and almost 32% of men will experience domestic violence during the course of their lifetimes, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Domestic violence is a motivating factor for a spouse to seek a divorce in a considerable...
Child custody and visitation decisions represent some of the most challenging matters in a divorce or post-divorce case in Mississippi. Summer months can present some unique issues and challenges when it comes to addressing visitation. Parenting time and best...
When it comes to custody actions between the parents of a child, the courts consider the child's best interests. The courts use the factors highlighted in the Albright v Albright case, but other circumstances are considered in child custody decisions as well. If you...
If you live in Mississippi, you can request to make modifications to your child support as the parent of the child, whether you receive or provide the support. Fortunately, child custody orders aren't set in stone and can change. The child support orders can be...
In the majority of cases, judges in Mississippi will give one parent visitation rights if they don't get joint or full custody. However, the judge might deny your visitation rights if they think it's in the child's best interest to do so. Your child's other parent...
Every divorced parent in Mississippi wants to protect their kids from the repercussions of their split. One of the easiest ways to achieve this goal is to create a successful parenting plan. Since conflict between parents is often what hurts kids the most, a detailed...
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...
