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Family Lawyers in Mississippi
Find qualified family law attorneys in Mississippi who specialize in child support, custody, divorce, and other family law matters.
Common Family Law Practice Areas
Child Support
Calculating and enforcing child support using Mississippi's Percentage of Obligor Income model
Custody & Visitation
Establishing parenting plans, custody schedules, and visitation rights
Divorce & Separation
Filing for divorce, property division, and spousal support agreements
Modifications
Changing existing child support or custody orders when circumstances change
Paternity
Establishing parentage and related child support obligations
Enforcement
Enforcing court-ordered child support and custody arrangements
Tips for Choosing a Family Lawyer
- 1Look for attorneys who specialize in family law, not general practitioners
- 2Ask about their experience with child support cases in your county
- 3Many attorneys offer a free initial consultation
- 4Check reviews and ask for references from past clients
- 5Verify they are licensed to practice in Mississippi
- 6Ask about their fee structure upfront (hourly vs. flat fee)
Mississippi Child Support Overview
Calculation Model
Percentage of Obligor Income (adjusted gross income) (statutory guidelines)
Income Basis
adjusted gross income (noncustodial parent) as defined in statute/guidelines
Formula Summary
Presumptive child support is set as a percentage of the noncustodial parent’s adjusted gross income by number of children, subject to statutory findings/deviations and special handling at very low/high incomes.