The King Law Firm, PLLC

The King Law Firm, PLLC The King Law Firm, PLLC is a general practice law firm with a focus primarily on personal injury, family law, and insurance disputes.

The King Law Firm, PLLC is a general practice law firm focusing on the needs of the clients. Attorney, Jacob King, understands the importance of being able to speak directly with an attorney rather than a receptionist or paralegal. At The King Law Firm, PLLC, you will always speak directly to the attorney representing you.

08/14/2026

That angry text you want to send your ex? Don't. Assume a judge is eventually going to read it, because in a lot of cases, they will.

Divorce and custody conflicts bring out emotional moments for everyone. But written communication doesn't go away, and one bad message can undo months of doing things the right way. Think before you type. If you need help navigating communication with your ex, let's talk.

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The exchange itself, the five minutes where the kids move from one car to the other, says more about your case than most...
08/12/2026

The exchange itself, the five minutes where the kids move from one car to the other, says more about your case than most people realize.

Pickups and drop offs feel like a small logistical detail, but they're often where conflict actually happens, and where judges hear about it later. A tense exchange in a parking lot, a late pickup, or an argument in front of the kids can undo months of otherwise good behavior in a case. These moments get remembered, documented, and sometimes brought up as evidence of who's actually keeping things stable for the child.

Keeping handoffs short, calm, and business like protects your credibility even when the rest of the relationship with your co-parent is strained. If exchanges have become a consistent source of conflict, that's worth addressing directly, whether that means changing the location, the timing, or how the exchange happens altogether. Small adjustments here can prevent a lot of bigger arguments later.

If custody exchanges have become a problem, call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856 to talk about options that reduce conflict.

That family trip you're planning might need more than just a hotel reservation. It might need your co-parent's consent, ...
08/10/2026

That family trip you're planning might need more than just a hotel reservation. It might need your co-parent's consent, too.

Many custody orders include requirements about notifying the other parent, or even getting written consent, before traveling out of state with the kids, especially for extended trips or travel outside the country. Skipping that step, even for an innocent family vacation, can create a serious problem if your co-parent claims they didn't know where the kids were or didn't agree to the trip. It can even affect how a judge views your credibility later if the issue ends up back in court.

Before you book flights or start packing, take five minutes to actually read what your order says about travel notice and consent. If it's unclear, or if your co-parent is being unreasonable about a trip you're entitled to take, that's a conversation worth having with an attorney before you leave, not after you're already on the road.

Planning a trip and not sure what your order requires? Call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856 before you pack the car.

08/07/2026

Trying to destroy your ex usually backfires. I say that bluntly because I see it happen. Someone gets so focused on winning the fight that they lose sight of what actually matters.

Emotional decisions drive up costs, hurt your custody case, and create consequences your family deals with for years. If you're spending more time trying to make your ex miserable than protecting your own case, you're already losing ground. Let's talk about how to move forward the right way instead.

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Basic child support is just the starting point. It doesn't automatically cover camp fees, braces, or club sports.Many pa...
08/05/2026

Basic child support is just the starting point. It doesn't automatically cover camp fees, braces, or club sports.

Many parents assume child support is a catch all that pays for everything their kids need, but Mississippi's guidelines are generally built around basic support, not extras like summer camp, orthodontics, or travel sports fees. Whether those costs get split, and how, usually depends on what your specific order says, or doesn't say. When that's not addressed clearly, it becomes one of the most common sources of ongoing conflict between co-parents long after the divorce is final.

If your order is silent on extracurricular or medical expenses, don't assume your co-parent will just "do the right thing" when the bill comes due. Getting specific language in your order about how these costs are shared can prevent a lot of arguments down the road, especially as kids get older and their activities get more expensive. It's a detail that's easy to overlook early on, but it matters more than most people expect.

Not sure who's responsible for extra expenses under your order? Call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856 to get clarity.

That fun summer photo you're about to post could end up printed out and handed to a judge.Social media feels harmless du...
08/03/2026

That fun summer photo you're about to post could end up printed out and handed to a judge.

Social media feels harmless during the summer, with vacations, pool days, and nights out, but everything you post during a divorce or custody case can be used against you. A photo that looks like you're living your best life might be framed as irresponsible spending, questionable judgment, or evidence you weren't with the kids when you said you were. It doesn't matter if the post feels innocent to you. It only matters how it can be used by the other side.

I'm not telling you to stop living your life. I'm telling you to be smart about what you put out into the world while your case is active. A good rule of thumb: if you wouldn't want a judge scrolling through it, don't post it right now. It's a small adjustment that can save you a much bigger headache later.

Not sure what's safe to post during your case? Call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856 and let's talk about protecting yourself.

07/31/2026

If you're spending more energy trying to make your ex miserable than trying to win your case, you're losing, even if you don't know it yet. Emotional decisions might feel satisfying in the moment, but they usually cost you in ways that aren't obvious right away.

Fighting to hurt your ex often means higher legal costs, a harder custody case, and consequences your kids carry long after the divorce is final. The energy you spend trying to destroy your ex is energy you're not spending protecting yourself. If you're in the middle of a messy split, let's talk about a smarter way forward.

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I hear this a lot: "I make more money, so I should get more time with the kids." That's not how family court works.Incom...
07/29/2026

I hear this a lot: "I make more money, so I should get more time with the kids." That's not how family court works.

Income can factor into child support calculations, but it isn't the deciding factor in custody decisions. Courts are looking at stability, involvement, and what's actually best for the child, not who has the bigger paycheck. A parent who shows up every day, handles homework, and keeps a consistent routine can absolutely outweigh a parent with more financial resources but less day to day involvement.

I understand why this myth is so common. Money feels like it should equal more control, especially when one parent has sacrificed career time to be the more hands on parent. But judges are trained to look past the bank account and focus on the child's actual life: who's there, who's consistent, and who's meeting their needs day to day. If you're building your custody case around income alone, it's worth having a real conversation about what will actually move the needle.

Want to understand what really matters in your custody case? Call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856 to talk through your situation.

07/28/2026

Your friend who got divorced isn't a lawyer, no matter how confident they sound. I see this all the time. Someone follows advice from a friend's divorce and it ends up working against them.

Every case is different. Different finances, different judge, different facts, different kids. What worked for someone else's divorce might be the exact wrong move for yours. If you're going through this, talk to someone who actually knows your situation before you decide anything.

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If your ex has to work late and needs childcare, does your custody order say you get first dibs before a babysitter does...
07/27/2026

If your ex has to work late and needs childcare, does your custody order say you get first dibs before a babysitter does?

"Right of first refusal" is a clause some custody orders include, requiring a parent to offer the other parent the chance to care for the child before calling a babysitter, family member, or anyone else, if they'll be away for a certain length of time during their custodial period. It sounds simple, but it can prevent a lot of resentment and last-minute scrambling, especially for parents who want to be as involved as possible even during the other parent's time.

Not every order includes this language, and the ones that do vary in how they define it. How many hours triggers it, whether it applies overnight only, and how much notice is required all depend on the specific wording. If your order doesn't address this and it's causing tension, or if you're not sure whether your current order even includes it, it's worth having someone look at the actual language rather than guessing.

Want to know if your custody order includes a right of first refusal clause, or if you need one? Call King Law Firm at 228-206-5856.

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