Little Rock Legal Blog
How do you beat the psychic divorce?
Divorce is a broad term for many separations. On paper, it is the dissolution of the marital contract between you and your ex in the eyes of the state. But that is not all divorce affects. No matter how long your marriage lasted, you put emotional labor into that...
Seeking out new career opportunities during a divorce
There are a variety of circumstances in which individuals in Arkansas and elsewhere may choose to seek a change in career. While in some cases, there might be little holding a person back from making a similar decision, those facing the end of a marriage may feel...
When your child’s other parent fails to pay support
Not receiving child support when you have a formal order in place may be more than frustrating. It may make it difficult to support your son or daughter, and it may, too, lead to financial struggles on your end. In most cases, the state of Arkansas withholds some of...
Keeping emotions in check during a divorce
It may come as no surprise that dissolving a marriage can be a stressful process, as those facing a similar life change may face a variety of difficult decisions. Individuals in Arkansas can experience a variety of emotions while preparing for a divorce and finding...
Understanding how child support is beneficial to you
When you get divorced in Arkansas, a portion of negotiations may focus on the well-being, future and support of the children you share with your former spouse. Often, one of you will need to pay child support to contribute to the parenting duties that accompany having...
How high levels of debt could affect one’s life
It is no secret that dealing with extended periods of financial hardship can be a harrowing process. However, aside from the stress involved, many individuals may be unaware of the ways in which debt could be affecting their lives. Understanding the possible...
I’m only 30: Will I have to pay alimony for the rest of my life?
For an individual divorcing in their 30s, the prospect of paying alimony can be daunting. Will you have to pay your former spouse for the rest of your life when you’ve been married for such a short portion of it? Rest easy. It is highly unlikely that you will be...
Understanding the bankruptcy means test
Filing for bankruptcy may help you dig yourself out of overwhelming debt, but before moving forward, you must figure out what type of bankruptcy filing to make. Most who file for personal bankruptcy do so through a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 arrangement, and there are...
Can I rebuild my credit after bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy can help you start over. But after it's all said and done, you may worry you won't be able to rebuild your credit, limiting your purchasing power. However, that's not always the case. While bankruptcy stays on your credit score for at least ten years, it's...
State Supreme Court issues new child support guidelines
The Arkansas Supreme Court has issued new rules that implement an income-sharing model for calculating child support payments. This model demands that both parents’ incomes factor into child support calculations. Parents complete a worksheet to calculate presumptive...