Meeting All of Your Family's Legal Needs in Mississippi
From prenuptial agreements before marriage to divorce and estate planning, the way you handle family law issues will have a profound impact on the rest of your life.
At the Law Office of Melvin G. Cooper, we believe in helping Mississippi families meet their needs for today and the future. Whether you are going through a difficult divorce or you need to establish a guardianship or conservatorship to protect your children or elderly loved one, we will help you accomplish your goals.
Divorce
As a former family court judge (chancellor master), our attorney knows how to help clients find resolutions regarding every aspect of their divorce, including:
- Alimony
- Property settlements
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
Every family has different needs. For some, uncontested divorce is the best option. We can help you and your spouse come to agreements that are in your best interests. However, others are not able to reach agreements. When you need an advocate to protect your interests in a contested divorce, we will stand by your side.
Child Custody
When ending your marriage or relationship, it is important to establish which parent will have legal and/or physical custody of the children. We can help you come to an initial custody arrangement and request post-decree modifications if your circumstances change down the road.
Helping Families With Their Estate Planning Needs
Many clients come to us concerned about how to best care for their loved ones. We will help you identify the best legal approach to your situation, such as:
- Establishing a guardianship — By establishing a guardianship, you choose who you would like appointed to make educational, medical and financial decisions to protect your child, in the event you are unable to do so.
- Creating a conservatorship — Elderly adults and disabled loved ones are often unable to make decisions for themselves. By creating a conservatorship, an individual will be appointed to handle all financial and medical decisions on behalf of your loved one.
- Preparing a will — A will gives you control over how your estate will be distributed upon your death. A will saves your family the confusion of sorting out your estate after you pass.
Don't leave your family's future in jeopardy. Call 228-273-4036 or 888-721-2174 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation to discuss your concerns with our experienced family lawyer. We offer flexible appointments at our Biloxi office.