Family Law

Good Discussion of Property/Debt Division and Alimony

Posted on September 09, 2009
Clients are often under the misconception that Arkansas does not have alimony. Here's a good discussion of alimony rules, as well as how courts are to divide property and debts.

Contempt - Order Must Be Specific

Posted on June 05, 2009
"Before a person may be held in contempt for violating a court order, that order must be in definite terms as to the duties thereby imposed, and the command must be expressed rather than implied."

“Material Change in Circumstances” Still a Substantial Burden

Posted on April 23, 2009
This case illustrates the level of evidence needed to prove a substantial change in circumstances in change of custody cases.

Child Support Arrearage Award Placed in Account for Child

Posted on April 23, 2009
Custodial parent's history of unsound financial decisions is factor in court's child support arrearage decision.

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Child Support Law in Arkansas

Posted on April 23, 2009
Basics about child support law in Arkansas.

Former Prosecutor Khuzami Named SEC Enforcement Chief

Posted on February 24, 2009
New SEC Enforcement Chief named.

Military Income - BAH Included as Income in Determining Child Support?

Posted on February 19, 2009
Military housing allowance - is it income for purposes of calculating child support?

Obama s Inaugural Speech Reference to George Washington?

Posted on January 21, 2009
Was Obama referring to the words of George Washington in his inauguration speech? Well, sort of.

Hard Times Test Marriages

Posted on January 09, 2009
The national economic downturn is taking its toll on married couples dealing with financial stress, according to marriage counselors.

My Child is Older. Is That a Material Change in Circumstances?

Posted on December 19, 2008
Sometimes visitation arrangements don't work when the child reaches school age. Is that a material change in circumstances?

12 Ways Children Get Involved in Their Parents#8217; Divorce

Posted on December 18, 2008
The holidays cause increased stress for many people. Make sure your children don't get caught in the middle of your divorce.

Winning a Divorce?

Posted on December 16, 2008
How do you know if you won in your divorce? Or is that making the presumption that there actually is a winner?

Why Isn’t Dan Webb Representing Illinois Governor Blagojevich in Current Legal Mess?

Posted on December 13, 2008
Illinois governor stiffed his attorney on legal bills - had to choose another attorney for current legal mess.

Beware of Jury Duty Scam

Posted on December 12, 2008
Beware of this jury duty scam that has been reported in 11 states.

5 Top Mistakes People Make When Getting Divorced

Posted on December 09, 2008
Pitfalls to avoid when going through a divorce.

Is Your Spouse Hiding Money?

Posted on December 04, 2008
A very common question in a divorce situation.

What to Look for in a Lawyer

Posted on December 02, 2008
Attorney Bonnie Robertson (Little Rock) has some excellent advice for clients.

How to “Ungrinch” Your Christmas

Posted on December 01, 2008
Great ideas for keeping the Grinch away and grouchiness to a minimum this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 25, 2008
Some websites for all things Thanksgiving...kids, adults...you name it!

Holiday Shopping Tips from the Federal Trade Commission

Posted on November 25, 2008
Tips for a smoother holiday experience.

Malcolm Gladwell’s New Book Outliers

Posted on November 25, 2008
I just finished Malcolm Gladwell's new book Outliers and...

Not Getting Along With Your Spouse? Tips for Getting Through the Holidays

Posted on November 20, 2008
Insights on how to make your holidays a little smoother if your marriage is struggling.

What is Collaborative Law?

Posted on November 18, 2008
Collaborative law is a dispute resolution technique that differs substantially from mediation or arbitration. In collaborative law, the parties to the dispute and their lawyers work toward a solution together. If the parties are unable to resolve their issues and go to court, the lawyers for the collaboration disengage...

How to Mediate Your Case

Posted on November 15, 2008
Tips on getting the most our of your mediation.

Calculating Attorney Fee Awards in Divorce Cases

Posted on November 11, 2008
This case gives some guidance on what type of factors a trial court will consider when determining whether to award attorney fees to a party.

Representing Yourself (Sans Attorney) Is a Risky Proposition

Posted on November 06, 2008
This litigant elected to represent herself, and paid the price.

Keeping Your Trick or Treaters Safe on Halloween

Posted on October 30, 2008
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission offers the following tips on costumes, treats and decorations to help your children trick-or-treat safely this year: Costumes: When purchasing costumes, masks, beards and wigs, look for flame-resistant fabrics such as nylon or polyester, or look for the label “Flame Resistant...

Have Complaints About Your Attorney?

Posted on October 28, 2008
Many clients feel that their attorney is not handling their case properly. The best thing to do is schedule an appointment with the attorney and let your thoughts be known. The attorney can’t fix what he doesn’t know is broken. Still having problems? Or has your case been completed and you think your [...

Religion Issue Motivates Judges to Write Their Opinions

Posted on October 23, 2008
Should a parent's religious preference be a factor in a custody determination? What if the parent's choice is unusual or unpopular?

Divorcing Parties Place Choice of Religion Clause in Their Divorce Agreement

Posted on October 21, 2008
Can parties enter into an agreement binding them to raise their children in a certain religion?

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