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Arkansas Family Law Blog – Legal Tips & Insights
What is Supervised Visitation?
How do I get supervised visitation in Arkansas? A frequent request from clients during divorce or child custody cases is “How do I get...
John Butler
Dec 23, 20253 min read
When Does Arkansas Child Support Stop?
In Arkansas, a person’s child support obligation will stop “as a matter of law” (more on that in a second) when one of the following...
John Butler
Dec 9, 20252 min read
Can I Refuse to Divorce My Spouse?
In Arkansas, like in most states, a divorce can be initiated by either spouse. This means that one spouse can file for divorce even when...
John Butler
Nov 25, 20252 min read


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
Nov 11, 20253 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 28, 20253 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 14, 20255 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 30, 20258 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 16, 20253 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 2, 20254 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 19, 20258 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 5, 20252 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 22, 20253 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 8, 20257 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 24, 20257 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 12, 20253 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 10, 20254 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 3, 20258 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 27, 20253 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 20, 20259 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 13, 20252 min read
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