Filing For Spousal Support

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In Arkansas, you can file for temporary spousal and child support during a divorce to ensure financial stability. Start by obtaining necessary forms from the courts website or local courthouse, complete them with detailed financial information, and file with the court clerk. Serving the papers to your spouse and attending a court hearing are crucial steps. While filing without an attorney may save initial costs, having legal representation can ensure proper filing and protection of your rights. Consider consulting a family law attorney early on for guidance. Affordable legal services can be found through the Arkansas Bar Association or local legal aid organizations, which may offer pro bono or sliding scale services.

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Married 31 years and thinking of filing for divorce due to cheating and addiction. He is self employeed contractor, i was a stay at home mom and currently have health issue that does not allow me to work consistently if at all.we have a 19 year old daughter in college we pay tuition for along with her living expenses and car payment and insurance. He left over a year ago and has stopped paying our bills and her tuition. We are in arkansas. Please tell me what to do immediately to insure that he has to continue to pay our bills while we go tbrough our separation and divorce.
****, you can file for spousal support (alimony) and child support to ensure he continues to pay bills and tuition. Here are some steps:
- File for temporary spousal support and child support immediately.
- Collect financial documents (income, expenses, assets).
- Consult a family law attorney in Arkansas for specific guidance.
Would you like more information on filing for spousal support?
Yes. How to file for immediate support
****, here are the steps to file for immediate spousal and child support in Arkansas:
- File a Petition: File a petition for temporary spousal and child support with the court.
- Provide Evidence: Gather and present financial documents, such as income, expenses, and assets.
- Court Hearing: Attend a court hearing where a judge will decide on temporary support.
Would you like help finding a family law attorney to guide you through this process?
How do i file a petition withoit an attorney
****, you can file a petition for temporary spousal and child support without an attorney by following these steps:
*. Obtain the necessary forms from the Arkansas court's website or local courthouse.
*. Complete the forms with detailed financial information.
*. File the completed forms with the court clerk.
*. Serve the papers to your spouse.
*. Attend the scheduled court hearing.
Would you like more details on where to find these forms or how to serve the papers?
Is it cheaper to start oit with this filing without an attorney and then get one if needed or go ahead and get ine from the get go
****, starting without an attorney may save money initially, but having legal representation from the beginning can ensure that all paperwork is correctly filed and your rights are fully protected. Given your situation, consulting an attorney early on may be beneficial. Would you like more information on finding an affordable family law attorney in Arkansas?
Yes
****, you can find affordable family law attorneys in Arkansas through the Arkansas Bar Association's website or local legal aid organizations. They often offer pro bono or sliding scale services based on income. Would you like contact details for such organizations?

Arkansas Legal Services Partnership


Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.arlegalservices.org

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