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Arkansas Family Law Blog – Legal Tips & Insights


Is the Dad Always the One to Pay Child Support?
A dad with his daughter. We get this question a lot. Most people call us having read somewhere that the mom always gets custody of the...
John Butler
4 days ago3 min read


Is Child Support Mandatory After Divorce?
Money sitting aside for child support. In Arkansas, it is mandatory for a court to consider child support, and in most cases, it is...
John Butler
Oct 283 min read


Five Ways to Win a Father’s Rights Custody Battle
Father playing with son after winning custody battle. As a father, taking full custody of your child (or children) is almost always...
John Butler
Oct 145 min read


What Happens If You’re Late to a Child Custody Hearing?
Man laying in bed shocked he is late to court. You’re in the middle of a child custody battle, and the stakes are high. Your child’s...
John Butler
Sep 308 min read


Can Child Custody Be Changed After Divorce?
Change of child custody. Yes, in Arkansas, child custody orders can be modified if there has been a material change in circumstances...
John Butler
Sep 163 min read


Who Has Custody of A Child if No Court Order is in Place?
Custody of a child. As with almost every answer a lawyer will give you, the answer is going to depend on many different factors. Mainly,...
John Butler
Sep 24 min read


How Much Alimony Can I Get?
Money for alimony payment. Navigating the complexities of alimony can be a daunting task, especially when you’re already dealing with the...
John Butler
Aug 198 min read


Is it Hard to Get Divorced in Arkansas?
Divorce in Arkansas. Posts like this make me fondly remember the days when the Huffington Post actually had interesting things to say....
John Butler
Aug 52 min read


How Many Times Can You Divorce and Remarry in Arkansas?
Getting married again. In Arkansas, there is no limit to the number of times an individual can divorce and remarry. However, the state...
John Butler
Jul 223 min read


How Does Joint Custody Work If Parents Live in Different States?
Traveling for custody. Divorce and separation can be difficult, but even more so when parents live in different states and are trying to...
John Butler
Jul 87 min read


A Guide to Non-Custodial Parenting and Taxes
Preparing your tax return. Divorce and separation can be challenging, but it’s crucial to maintain a healthy co-parenting relationship...
John Butler
Jun 247 min read
How Does AR Family Law Charge for Cases?
Hiring a lawyer can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially if you’ve never hired one before. The legal system can be...
John Butler
Jun 123 min read


How Is Custody Handled in Arkansas if the Parents Were Never Married?
DNA paternity testing of a child. Arkansas courts consider the rights of both parents to equal degrees when looking at custody cases....
John Butler
Jun 104 min read


What Does Joint Custody Mean?
Family sharing custody of children. The world of joint custody can seem daunting and complex. However, understanding the intricacies of...
John Butler
Jun 38 min read


Do You Have to Be Divorced to Get Child Support?
Child support laws. In Arkansas, how much child support is typically ordered by a child custody court in a divorce or legal separation...
John Butler
May 273 min read


Social Media and Relationships: Tips on Using it During A Divorce
Person using social media during a divorce. Wondering how social media and relationships interact? This article explores the impact of...
John Butler
May 209 min read
Termination of Parental Rights in Arkansas
Parental Rights and Termination The rights and responsibilities of parents are extremely important. They are also very much linked...
John Butler
May 132 min read


Does it Matter Who Files for Divorce First?
Filing for divorce. Wondering if it’s important who files for divorce first? Does it matter who files for divorce first? It can be....
John Butler
May 67 min read


What Happens If You Don’t Respond to Child Custody Papers
Stack of child custody papers. Navigating the complex world of child custody can be a daunting task, especially when faced with the...
John Butler
Apr 2910 min read


What Are the Top Benefits of Getting Married?
Top benefits of getting married. People in relationships often wonder about whether or not they should get married. Sometimes, you step...
John Butler
Apr 227 min read
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