By Richard Worsham | Published November 21, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Legal agreements help equalize parenting rights
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Legal agreements help equalize parenting rights
Child custody and parenting rights can be extremely contentious issues between unmarried or divorcing couples. Visitation rights and child custody become central concerns for both parents while going through a break-up. More and more, divorcing or unmarried parents in Arkansas are opting to execute a joint or shared custody agreement to ensure equal rights and Read More
Read MoreThe public shares ideas with Arkansas child support office
In a recent local survey, several parents gave opinions regarding the child support system in Arkansas. The Office of Child Support Enforcement provided responses. Some viewers proposed that the OCSE should be more active in implementing visitation rights of non-custodial parents. The OCSE responded by stating that it does not have federal funding or statutory Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding the legality of an “Acknowledgment of Paternity”
When addressing legal matters, commonly accepted definitions of social terms may not suffice and adhering to specified legal procedures may be necessary. While most Pulaski, Arkansas, residents and those living elsewhere in the United States may find no apparent distinction between a biological parent and a legal parent, these two adjectives defining parenthood can be Read More
Read MoreDoes Arkansas law recognize different types of guardianships
Appointing a person to care for minor children of a parent who is unable to do so, either due to illness or incapacitation, is well-established legally, as well as socially. However, the circumstances under which a guardian is appointed and the manner of a guardian’s appointment have evolved over the years. As a result, today’s Read More
Read MoreThings to remember when considering adoption in Arkansas
For most people, a family is built around married spouses and biological children. Many, however, do choose to adopt rather than have children of their own. There are many different reasons for this, ranging from health-related issues to altruistic motives. However, adoption is not always well understood and, often, prospective parents are required to meet Read More
Read MoreLooking at the brighter side of divorce
To many residents of Central Arkansas, divorce is synonymous with bitterness and arguments. It may be beneficial over the long term, however, to look at the positive aspects of divorce. One commentator notes that a divorce often provides each partner the time needed to recalibrate their life. It is likely that, in the process of Read More
Read MoreWhy is paternity a legal issue in Arkansas
The identification of a family as a unit comprising a wage-earning father, a caregiving mother and one or more children is an historical concept which, in recent times, has become outdated. Today, the father is equally likely to be the stay-at-home parent taking care of the children or not married to the mother of the Read More
Read MoreWhat do child custody disputes involve in Arkansas?
A slight complication can turn a child custody issue into a dispute that might ultimately have to be settled by a court. In particular, the linked issues of child custody and support often come up before a judge presiding over a divorce. While this is usually a tussle between the parents, it can involve grandparents Read More
Read MoreGeneral regulations regarding Arkansas minor guardianships
In every state, including Arkansas, there are laws that allow a transfer of guardianship from a parent to another adult. This usually happens when a child does not have another parent to assume responsibility. This traditional guardianship is also facilitated through laws that allow standby guardianship. In fact, many states have come up with the Read More
Read MoreArkansas boys await adoption for four years
Arkansas residents know that adoption is a blessing in today’s modern society. While on the one hand it often helps a childless couple experience the wonders of parenthood, it also brings homeless children into a new family. But, sometimes children have to wait for years before they can find a new home. To many of Read More
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