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...
