No-fault divorces are often the fastest and least contentious option available. Instead of blaming one spouse, the focus is simply on separating the lives of both spouses without placing blame. Some people do pursue fault-based divorces, but they are only available in...
You and your spouse got divorced in the spring. It’s now the summer, and you’re settling into your child custody routine. At the same time, your child has just reached the age where you’re going to enroll them in preschool or kindergarten, so you know that there are...
Co-parenting with a former partner who displays narcissistic traits presents unique challenges that can significantly impact both your wellbeing and your children's emotional development. Narcissistic individuals often prioritize their own needs above their children's...
A gray divorce simply means that a relatively older couple is involved. There are different definitions for this, but many would say that anyone getting divorced over the age of 50 is experiencing a gray divorce. This clearly sets them apart from younger couples who...
When children divide their time between two households, it can take time for them to feel truly at home in each place. Thankfully, co-parents can take steps to help ensure that their kids feel secure, welcome and at ease, no matter where they are. Making children...
Signing a prenuptial agreement can be helpful in many ways. If you and your new spouse eventually do get divorced, you will likely have used the prenup to make many financial decisions. It could protect your business, your inheritance or other assets that you’re...
Legal separation allows married couples to live apart while staying legally married. In Arkansas, this process is called "separate maintenance." It follows a procedure similar to divorce but does not legally end the marriage. Here’s how it works. Filing a petition One...
Losing a job can be one of the most stressful experiences, especially when you have financial responsibilities like child support. The pressure of the responsibility can be more severe if a judge enforces a court order. If you're facing this situation in Arkansas,...
Social media plays a significant role in our daily lives but can also influence child custody decisions during divorce proceedings. Courts in Arkansas, like elsewhere, consider the child's best interests, and parents' social media activity can impact these decisions....
Prenuptial agreements, or prenups, set clear terms for handling debts if a marriage ends. These agreements help couples manage financial responsibilities and avoid unnecessary disputes during divorce. Defining debt responsibility A prenup specifies which spouse takes...
