Falling behind on car payments can create a lot of stress, especially when you depend on your vehicle to get to work, take care of your family, or handle everyday responsibilities. At ARlaw Partners, one of the first questions we ask potential clients who are considering filing for bankruptcy is whether they are dealing with any garnishments, repossessions, or foreclosures. We ask this because, in many cases, filing for bankruptcy can stop or delay these collection actions. When a bankruptcy...

Child custody orders are designed to provide stability for children, but that does not mean they are permanent. As children grow and families' circumstances change, the custody arrangement that once worked may no longer be in a child's best interests. Fortunately, Arkansas law recognizes that life changes. In certain situations, a parent may ask the court to modify an existing child custody order. However, simply wanting a different arrangement is not enough. The court must determine that...

Many people believe that once they have a felony conviction, it will follow them for the rest of their lives. While that is true for some offenses, Arkansas law allows certain felony convictions to be sealed under specific circumstances. A sealed record can open doors to better employment opportunities, housing, education, and professional licensing. Whether you've completed your sentence years ago or are just beginning to explore your options, here are five things every Arkansan should know...