Little Rock Legal Issues Blog

Embezzlement might seem like a major act of theft that involves stealing a lot of money or property in a complicated scheme. The truth is that embezzlement is a white collar crime that can occur in ways big or small. Arkansas workers may steal a lot of money all at...

People in Arkansas who own a home with their spouse and make the choice to get a divorce know they must figure out what to do with their home after the divorce. In many situations, a couple makes the choice to sell their marital home. However, some situations do...

When you hear about probate, you likely start to worry. This process gets a lot of bad press, but it is not as horrible as it may seem. In fact, it is a legal process that is necessary to ensure that things happen according to your wishes. Typically, as long as you...

The decision to change your last name after a divorce is one that is unique to each person. There is no right or wrong answer. The Arkansas court will allow you to do so as part of divorce if you would like, or you can do it later if that is what you decide. You may...

If you want to adopt your step-child in Arkansas, it is not as difficult a process as adopting a child you have no relationship to. However, there are still important aspects of the process that stay the same. For example, the adoption must still go through the court...

It is not enough to write a prenuptial agreement before you marry. You have to ensure the contract is enforceable, meaning it covers all legal requirements. When you begin the divorce process in Arkansas, a judge will have the final say on the validity of your prenup....

It is never easy to start over. If you face criminal charges or recently completed your sentence, you have to start life again with a criminal record. There is a stigma in society regarding any criminal charges. Many employers will not hire those with a record and...

Sometimes a person gets behind the wheel drunk in Arkansas and causes a devastating crash that results in death and injuries. Other times, that person makes it home in one piece. The latter may create a false sense of confidence that they are better able to handle...

Many Arkansas residents put a lot of thought into deciding whether to file for divorce but do not invest time in planning for the financial changes that often accompany the end of a marriage. A lot of the potential effects of divorce relate to financial matters, but...

Describing your last wishes in a will is a major step to making sure your desires for your estate will be honored after you pass away. That is why a will should be drafted with close attention to Arkansas law, as a will that is not correctly drafted could be...