What Is a Quitclaim Deed in Arkansas? A Simple Guide for 2026
A quitclaim deed is a simple way to give your ownership of a piece of property, like a house or land, to someone else. But it’s a special kind of deed that you have to use very carefully. Think of it like this: it lets someone pass their ownership to another person, but it makes […]
Your Guide to Arkansas Divorce Grounds
To get a divorce in Arkansas, you need a good reason that the law accepts. This reason is called the grounds for divorce. Think of it as the official “why” you tell the judge your marriage is over. Choosing this reason is one of the first and most important things you’ll do. It helps decide […]
What Is Testamentary Capacity? A Simple Arkansas Guide
Let’s make this simple. Testamentary capacity is a legal term that means you have a “sound mind” when you sign your will. It’s the law’s way of checking that you are mentally able to make these big decisions. Think of it like a pop quiz on your own life that you only have to pass […]
Annulments in Arkansas: A Simple Guide to a Complex Topic
An annulment in Arkansas is a way for a court to say a marriage was never legal. Think of it like this: a divorce ends a real marriage, but an annulment says the marriage wasn’t real to begin with. With an annulment, the marriage is erased because something was seriously wrong from the very start. […]
Documents You Need for a Successful Divorce in Arkansas
When someone walks into my office in Lowell and says they’re ready to file for divorce, the first thing I do is hand them a document checklist. Not because paperwork is the most important part of divorce — it isn’t — but because being organized from day one keeps the process moving and prevents delays […]
What Is Spousal Maintenance? A Simple Guide to Alimony in Arkansas
When people talk about divorce, the word “alimony” often comes up. In Arkansas, this is officially called spousal maintenance. It’s one of the most misunderstood parts of a divorce — so let’s clear it up. Spousal maintenance is a payment ordered by a court from one ex-spouse to the other. Its goal is simple: to […]
How to File for Legal Separation in Arkansas: A Clear Guide
Legal separation occupies an unusual space in Arkansas family law. It gives couples a formal, court-recognized structure for living apart — with legally binding terms on finances, property, and children — without ending the marriage. For some families, it’s exactly the right tool. For others, it’s a detour that adds time and cost before they […]
A Parent’s Guide to Arkansas Child Visitation Schedules
The parenting schedule is the document your children will actually live inside. It’s not abstract — it determines where they sleep on Tuesday nights, who takes them to soccer practice, and which parent has them on Christmas morning. Getting it right matters more than almost anything else in the divorce process. Arkansas law has shifted […]
A Parent’s Guide to Arkansas Child Support Enforcement
A child support order is a court order. When the other parent stops paying, they’re not just breaking an agreement — they’re violating a legal obligation with real consequences. Arkansas has enforcement tools that most parents don’t know about, and knowing how to use them can make a significant difference for your family. We work […]
A Guide to Divorce in Arkansas with Children
Divorce is hard on its own. Add children, and every decision carries more weight. Where do they live? Who makes decisions about their school and their doctor? How do you split the holidays? These questions don’t resolve themselves, and the answers you reach — whether you negotiate them yourselves or have a judge decide — […]