Divorce

Financial support is often awarded to one party following a divorce. This award is known as alimony. Ensuring that a spouse with lower or no income can maintain a comfortable lifestyle post-divorce is the primary goal of traditional alimony, although modern spouses...

As social media becomes increasingly ingrained in everyday life, its role in divorce proceedings has grown more prominent and complex. The content individuals share online can inadvertently become a focal point in divorce cases.  Understanding the implications of...

While you are planning your wedding, you are likely thinking about your life with your new spouse, reception details, honeymoon plans and more. You are probably not giving much thought to what could happen if your marriage ends at some point in the future, but it is...

One of the hardest parts for a couple is worrying about the impact a divorce will have on their children. Most parents will do anything to protect their children from hurt and sorrow, so they put off saying anything about it. While it’s a difficult conversation, you...

There’s been a lot of talk about covenant marriage in the news recently. That’s because new Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson is in a covenant marriage. Speaker Johnson and his wife live in Louisiana, which is one of just three states (including...

When you married your significant other, you may have experienced euphoric feelings of love while envisioning a happy and fulfilling life together. However, as the years went by, you both likely changed in your own individual ways. Likewise, your marriage must adapt,...

Regardless of circumstances, choosing to end a marriage is always a major decision. Even those who are confident in their decision to divorce can get intimidated when they think about all the processes and legalities associated with divorce. Sometimes, the split is...

Separating from a spouse can be an  emotionally challenging process. One of the major challenges for those who are heading for divorce is preparing their finances for this often-expensive event. Here are some ways Arkansas residents can prepare their finances when...

One surprising statistic about marriages these days is that more spouses are choosing to stay together. The divorce rate in Arkansas and throughout the country is on the decline. However, the divorce rate is skyrocketing for one demographic. More older adults are...

Ending a long marriage has the potential to turn into a lengthy and expensive process when spouses are at odds with each other. However, if spouses are willing to cooperate and reach agreements on their divorce, there is an easier and more efficient option. An...