Little Rock Legal Blog
How to address bankruptcy with divorce
For many couples, money is a major source of problems in their marriage. This may be due to the fact that each spouse has a different approach to spending or saving money. It may also be due to the fact that the couple simply cannot keep up with their debt load and...
Is filing for bankruptcy right for you?
When Arkansas residents fall into debt, there are several ways back out. Bankruptcy is a viable route for some to go. But there are some people or situations where bankruptcy may not be the answer. How can you tell if it will work for you? Debt.org takes a look at...
Types of objections to the discharge of a debt
If you file bankruptcy, you can ask the court to discharge your debts. The court may only do so under the law. Some debts you cannot discharge in bankruptcy, such as student loans. In every case, there is an opportunity for objections to the discharge of your debts....
Is it time for you to file for bankruptcy?
You have struggled financially for a few years, which has drained much of the joy from your life in Arkansas. While you know that bankruptcy is an option, you are not sure whether you should file. Money Under 30 offers scenarios that indicate the need to consider...
How fathers may win child custody
According to Very Well Family, when a father wants to obtain either a joint or full child custody, they should continue paying the regular child support payments. If the father has any informal arrangement with the mother of the child, they may keep all the records....
What does the best interest of the child include?
If you are in the middle of a child custody case, you will probably hear mention of the best interests of the child. The judge makes his or her determination based on the child’s best interests. The judge has several factors that he or she can consider when making his...
What Arkansas considers when awarding alimony
When your Arkansas marriage comes to an end, you may have concerns about how you might support yourself without your ex around to help. On the flip side, you may have concerns about potentially having to continue to support your former spouse once your relationship...
Understanding Arkansas divorce laws
Married couples can file for divorce in Arkansas when at least one spouse has lived in the state for more than 60 days. Your divorce agreement will be subject to the state family law guidelines. If you are thinking about ending your marriage, ease your mind by...
Tips for recovering from bankruptcy
Filing bankruptcy can be scary, but it also gives a person the opportunity to start over. Following the discharge of a bankruptcy, there are some consequences, such as a low credit score and an inability to apply for many loans. However, by following certain steps,...
Factors the courts use to decide child custody
One of the big decisions involved in the divorce process is which parent gets custody of the kids. Arkansas, like other states, conforms to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act when it comes to child custody orders. When deciding who should have...