When you are used to seeing your child every day, abiding by a visitation schedule can feel disappointing or frustrating. Sometimes it may even feel like a limitation on your relationship with your child. However, it is important to remember how your current custody...
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Here’s why you need to choose the right defense attorney
If you are charged with a crime, one of the first things you'll want to do is hire an attorney with experience in the area of law that your charges are in. For example, if you face federal charges for fraud, you'll likely want an attorney who is experienced in...
Your attorney has the knowledge to help with your divorce case
No two divorces are alike, and that's why it's a good idea to ignore the advice that anyone other than your attorney attempts to give you. While your friends and family may have your best interests at heart, the reality is that they don't know all of the factors that...
Custody: Get the help you need to resolve custody conflicts
Mississippi is a state that has joined the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), which gives you the guarantee that the state will recognize your support order even when it's made in another state. The state adopted this act in 1982, making...
How can you help kids through a divorce?
While many parents want to help their children through a divorce by encouraging them to adapt to the situation, there are some children who will not do well with the pressure they're dealing with. As a result, they may need more specialized help.One type of support...
What is parental alienation, and can you fight it?
If you and your ex-spouse are working on a parenting plan or going to court over the custody of your children, one issue that may come up is the possibility of parental alienation. Parental alienation is a process by which one parent psychologically manipulates a...
The far-reaching effects of a felony conviction
If you’re accused of a federal crime, you’re likely worried about the immediate penalties. These can include both financial repercussions and prison time.However, what many don’t realize is that a felony conviction in Mississippi can carry a hefty...
These 3 faults can be used during a divorce
Divorcing in Mississippi is similar to divorcing in any other state. There are grounds you can use to file for an at-fault divorce, and there are no-fault options. Many people want to know more about the faults that they can apply to their case, since a fault could...
Woman faces federal lawsuit over vandalism of Dakota Access line
If you follow the national news, then you remember the major concerns that came with the Dakota Access oil pipeline. So many people wanted to prevent the construction of the pipeline that there were many cases of vandalism and other criminal acts. A woman is facing a...
What should you know about custody in Mississippi?
There are some questions you may have if you are living in Mississippi and have to decide on child custody arrangements. First, you want to know that you and your ex-spouse will share the care of your children together, even though you're not still living together....