When Mississippi parents decide to divorce, it will inevitably affect every member of the family. Even an amicable divorce will bring difficult emotions, and the youngest members of the family may be the most likely to struggle with issues they do not understand....
Divorce
Financial fraud during divorce and its potential impact
The terms of property division settlement carry the potential to impact a Mississippi spouse for years to come. It is in the interests of each individual to seek terms that will allow him or her to have a strong future once the divorce process is final. Unfortunately,...
Indicators that a divorce may be on the horizon
While it is impossible to predict the future, there are certain behaviors and indications that could point to the likelihood that a marriage is in trouble. When a Mississippi spouse begins to notice certain things in his or her relationship with a spouse, it may be...
How will divorce affect billionaire MacKenzie Scott?
When a Mississippi couple goes through a divorce, the two parties must divide their marital property. This includes anything bought, accumulated, collected or earned over the course of a marriage. While most couples or individual spouses do not have billions of...
What happens to college savings in a divorce?
Money and the division of marital property are some of the most complex issues in a divorce. Mississippi couples may find that they are unsure of how to divide the money they set aside to pay for their kids’ future college education. They may be at odds over who...
Should a couple legally separate or formally divorce?
When a marriage is over, a Mississippi couple is faced with the choice of how they should formally end that relationship. For some, going ahead with a divorce is the right decision, and the two parties are ready to move forward with that process. For others, it makes...
What will happen to your pet if you divorce?
For many Mississippi households, a dog, cat or other pet is considered a valued member of the family. Pets are beloved additions to many families, and a divorce will bring up the complicated question of what will happen to the pet once this process is final....
What should be in a divorce settlement?
The end of a marriage represents the end of shared financial obligations and resources, and the details of how this will work in an individual situation are intricate and complex. The terms of a divorce settlement are important as they will dictate the direction of a...
Are you a victim of financial fraud during your divorce?
The terms of your property division settlement made during your divorce matter, especially for your long-term financial security. The decisions made in negotiations or discussions can affect you for decades in the future, which is why it is critical to be careful to...
How to discuss the issue of divorce with children
Parents know that their decision to end their marriage will have a profound impact on the youngest members of the family. For this reason, parents strive to create as much continuity of lifestyle as possible for the kids, starting with a thoughtful child custody and...