Industry leaders, gurus and medical professionals all tout the benefits of self-care for relieving daily stress, avoiding burnout and fighting depression. However, when a major life transition like a divorce happens, it can be difficult to carve out the time and space...
Family Law
Why is summer a good time to analyze your marriage?
In most cases, summer should be a time to enjoy the endless sunshine, warm weather, barbecues and fun. According to USA Today, it is also when divorce filings begin to add up. If there is trouble in your marriage, summer may be the time to start looking into whether...
How do I know my child support payments are going to my child?
Child support is one of the leading concerns for parents who file for divorce. These are payments made by the non-custodial parent to the other parent for the financial support of any children with whom the individuals share paternity and maternity. Though the state...
How can you identify signs of parental alienation?
After a divorce, your family dynamic naturally changes. Unfortunately, for some families, the dynamic becomes more strained. Children may express anger towards their parents or show behavioral problems because of the change. Negative emotions are natural. However,...
Some signs your spouse is hiding assets
You must disclose all assets and debts to ensure a fair divorce settlement for both parties. Arkansas is an equitable distribution state that determines a division of the marital estate based on several factors. If your spouse conceals assets during the divorce...
How do you talk to a spouse in the aftermath of a rough divorce?
Communication serves as one of the highest matters of importance during and after a divorce. Of course, you and your ex-spouse likely have your own set of issues when it comes to proper communication that can make it hard to navigate these already tricky waters. You...
What happens with child support when a parent goes to jail or prison?
Incarceration is hard not only on the person but that person’s children. It takes the parent out of their lives and also impacts child support. While it is difficult to pay support due to not having an adequate income while in prison or jail, the Arkansas Department...
What financial documents do you need for a divorce?
Divorce comes with various tasks to complete to start the next chapter of your life. Did you add gathering essential documents to your to-do list? American Bar Association breaks down financial paperwork spouses need to dissolve their marriage. Get organized, so you...
Can you effectively co-parent with your ex?
After going through a divorce, the last thing you likely want to do is deal with your co-parent one-on-one. You may feel like sharing custody is a surefire way to end up in that exact situation, and as such, it might concern you. Fortunately, there are ways you and...
How does nesting function during a divorce?
Divorcing parents often try to shield their children from the harsh realities of divorce, and while some upheaval is inevitable, those choosing to end their marriages may help their kids cope with the process of birdnesting. NBC News reports that this type of...