Mississippi Divorce and Family Law

Uncontested Divorce in Mississippi

Learn about the process of uncontested "irreconcilable differences" divorce in Mississippi, including how to qualify for this simplified process and how to file a joint petition.

Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Mississippi

Learn more about the types of alimony available in Mississippi and how courts decide the final award.

The Basics of Annulment in Mississippi

Find out how the annulment process works in Mississippi and what happens when a marriage is annulled.

Mississippi Divorce FAQ

Getting divorced in Mississippi can be disorienting (if you’re not a lawyer). Going in without some basic information can only make it worse.

How Do I File for Divorce in Mississippi?

Getting divorced in Mississippi can be complicated. Not knowing what you’re getting into can be a mistake you’ll regret for years to come.

Grounds for Divorce in Mississippi

If you’re filing for divorce in Mississippi, you must have a legitimate reason. There are options available to you—but you need to be sure you pick the right one.

Child Support in Mississippi

Both parents have a duty to support their child, and this duty continues even if the parents separate or divorce. Learn about Mississippi child support laws and how child support is determined.

Child Support Enforcement in Mississippi

Mississippi has powerful tools to enforce child support orders, and both paying and receiving parents need to know how the system works to protect their rights and their children’s well-being.

Child Custody in Mississippi

If you're a parent who's divorcing or splitting with your unmarried partner, child custody and visitation could be your most contentious issue. If you don’t familiarize yourself upfront with what’s involved, you might regret it.

Mississippi Divorce: Dividing Property

When couples get divorced in Mississippi, judges must divide their property fairly but not necessarily equally. Learn what that means.

Legal Separation in Mississippi FAQs

Learn how a separation period can impact your future divorce in Mississippi.

Adultery in Mississippi: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?

Adultery can be grounds for divorce in Mississippi, but how much does it really affect alimony, custody, or support? Here’s what the law says and what it doesn’t.