There are no matters more personal than those dealing with your family, especially when it involves your children. At Benson Law Firm, we recognize the sensitivity of family matters, including divorce with related issues, adoptions, guardianships, and child custody. We prioritize listening to you and assisting in outlining your goals. Following comprehensive conferences, Benson Law Firm establishes a plan to achieve your objectives, guiding you through the process to ensure effective and efficient resolution of issues.
Your initial visit with Benson Law Firm on any family matter is a valuable opportunity for us to understand your needs. While we no longer offer free initial consultations, we believe in providing expert legal advice and representation that you expect.
Benson Law Firm and its attorneys are committed to preserving families. While divorce is a common occurrence in today's world, we understand that every divorce is unique. Our skilled attorneys excel in preparing and negotiating a full range of divorce issues, from assets and debts to child custody. We approach each case with the determination needed for success, whether through negotiation or litigation.
Benson Law Firm and its attorneys are for preserving families. However, in today’s world divorce is a common occurrence. Every divorce is unique but most involve issues of assets, debts and children. The attorneys at Benson Law Firm are skilled at preparing and negotiating the full range of issues that can occur in a divorce. This includes developing creative solutions on property and child custody issues. The attorneys at Benson Law Firm are as equally skilled at litigating all such issues. Benson Law Firm has the experience and the determination that you need to win your case.
Divorce is inherently challenging, and the outcome can have a lasting impact on your family. Benson Law Firm ensures your case receives personal attention, moving quickly to resolve pressing issues. We protect your financial interests and take necessary actions to preserve relationships with your children, prioritizing their best interests.
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If you and your spouse have agreed on all terms, including custody, support, and property division, an uncontested divorce may be an option. While we no longer offer free initial consultations, our fees for uncontested cases are determined on a case-by-case basis, allowing for a potentially quicker and less expensive divorce process.
**Disclaimer: The following is general information, not legal advice. Consult with an attorney for your specific case.
Divorce is the most common form of marriage termination, other than death of a spouse. A divorce terminates an existing marriage, allows the parties to remarry, and determines the rights against each other following the marriage.
Divorce terminates the marriage, allowing parties to remarry and determining rights post-marriage. The court addresses children, financial affairs, property distribution, and debt allotment.
Filing a petition initiates divorce proceedings in Arkansas. The process may involve agreement drafting or a hearing for contested matters.
To file for divorce in Arkansas, residency of 60 days before filing is required, with an additional 30-day waiting period after filing.
Arkansas presumes equal distribution of marital property, but the court may consider factors for an unequal division.
Alimony is determined by agreement or court decision, calculated similarly to child support.
Courts consider the "best interest of the child," disregarding the previous "tender years doctrine."
Considerations include medical insurance, medical bills, tax allocation, college expenses, special needs provisions, life insurance, and restraining orders.
Parents can develop a schedule or seek court determination. Supervised visitation may be considered for safety.
Determined based on the child's needs and the non-custodial parent's ability. Arkansas has guidelines for calculation.
Costs vary, including filing fees, witness fees, service fees, and publication costs for contested cases.
Fees differ for contested and uncontested cases, based on the attorney's time spent on the case.
Paternity: Determines the biological father; must contest early to avoid waiving rights.
Modification of Custody / Visitation / Support: Possible after an order, requiring a substantial change in circumstances.
Contempt Actions: Filed when a parent fails to comply with court orders.
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** The information provided is basic and not a substitute for proper legal representation. Specific questions should be directed to an attorney at Benson Law Firm.
