It has been all over the news that the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the Defense of Marriage Act, the law that prevented the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages. While this provides same-sex couples across the country with some positive news, it also raises some questions for Arkansas families, the biggest is what kind of recognition will they receive.
June 2013 Archives
Divorcing baby boomers need support after divorce
Although many people in Maumelle may turn to older generations as examples of marriages that can last, there are an increasing number of baby boomers who are seeking divorces. Divorcing after 50 is much different than divorcing in one's 20s, 30s or even one's 40s. There are different things that each age group need and things to take into consideration before, during and after divorce. One of those considerations that many baby boomers may forget is that they need support after a divorce.
Billionaire Rupert Murdoch files for divorce after 13 years
While it is highly unlikely that there is anyone in Little Rock with $9.4 billion, that doesn't mean that divorcing couples in Arkansas can't relate to Rupert Murdoch's upcoming divorce from his wife of more than 13 years, the former Wendi Deng. Unsurprisingly, Murdoch and Deng signed a prenuptial agreement prior to their marriage, and it is likely that the agreement will dictate much of how their divorce will proceed.
Pet custody agreements should be made in the pet's best interest
This blog has talked a lot about how emotional and trying divorce can be. It is not easy to end a relationship, even if you are the one that is initiating the divorce. It is not easy to come up with a child custody agreement or divide your property. And, for pet owners in Arkansas, it may be especially hard to share pets.

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