As a divorced parent, it is natural to feel protective of your child and concerned about the people they interact with. This often becomes more significant when your ex-partner introduces new individuals into their lives. Many parents wonder if they have a legal right...
How fathers can obtain fair custody agreements
Some fathers assume incorrectly that they are less likely to get a fair child custody agreement. However, states like Arkansas have laws that emphasize the importance of both parents in a child's life. It is crucial for fathers to know their rights and understand the...
How Joint Custody Works For A Child’s Schooling
Arkansas courts try to do what is in a child's best interests when making custody decisions. To that end, the state's legislature enacted Act 604 to make joint custody the default arrangement for families. However, this preference creates additional considerations for...
Is Joint Custody The Norm In Arkansas Divorces?
The law in Arkansas already favored joint custody agreements. However, a recent change has amended how judges must make decisions about joint custody arrangements in the state. How does the new law work and how does that affect divorced parents? Changes to the joint...
Child custody and relocation
The separation of children and parents is never easy. Limited quality time and missed milestones can be devastating for all parties involved. It can sometimes be difficult to adjust to new normals and find a good rhythm that works for everyone. When you have finally...
Is a major change to Arkansas divorce law on the horizon?
In the last legislative session, a Maumelle representative proposed a major change to divorce and child custody laws in Arkansas. While the proposal ultimately failed before becoming law, it may gain more momentum in the next session or subsequent ones. Representative...
What does the court consider when deciding custody?
Feelings change over the course of a divorce proceeding. An issue that may cause a once amicable split to become contentious is child custody. When parents cannot agree on legal or physical custody, the court steps in to decide. Should this happen, it may help...
What factors go into custody decisions in Arkansas?
As a divorcing parent, your split with your spouse will be tough for your children. If you two cannot agree on custody matters, it may become tough for you, too, in ways you did not expect. You may worry that you will receive limited access to your children once your...
Does the child have a say during a custody battle?
Child custody is one of the most contested aspects of a divorce in Arkansas. Even spouses who agree on other terms of the divorce may argue when it comes to parenting time, legal responsibilities and visitation rights. During a custody dispute, parents may wonder if...
