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Arkansas Family Law Blog – Legal Tips & Insights


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 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 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
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


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


Can a Person Without a Job Get Custody of Their Kids?
Mother gets custody or her daughter. When a couple gets divorced, one of the most important decisions that must be made is how custody of...
John Butler
Apr 153 min read


Can Text Messages Be Used in a Child Custody Case?
Text messages for your child custody case. Texting is one of the most popular methods of communication in our technology-driven society....
John Butler
Apr 14 min read


Withdrawing a Child from School: Custodial vs. Non-Custodial Parent Rights
Kids going to school. Navigating the complex world of custody rights and school withdrawal decisions can be a daunting challenge for...
John Butler
Mar 188 min read


Role of an Attorney Ad Litem in Arkansas Law
If you’re dealing with family law in Arkansas, understanding the role of attorneys ad litem is crucial. These legal professionals...
John Butler
Jan 148 min read
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