Robertson + Easterling

09/02/2026

Mississippi’s custody laws have changed.

Under current Mississippi law, there is now a rebuttable presumption that joint custody is in a child’s best interest. That doesn’t mean every family will end up with the same parenting schedule—or that joint custody automatically means a 50/50 split.

Custody decisions still depend on the circumstances of each family and, ultimately, what serves the best interests of the child. Courts consider factors such as each parent’s relationship with the child, parenting abilities, stability, work responsibilities, the child’s needs, and other circumstances that may affect the child’s well-being.

For parents, that means it’s worth understanding the process before conflict and emotion begin driving decisions.

We created The Parenting Playbook to help Mississippi parents do exactly that. It explains legal and physical custody, Mississippi’s joint-custody presumption, the Albright Factors, parenting plans, and common co-parenting mistakes—all in plain English.

More importantly, it encourages parents to think beyond the custody case and toward the kind of childhood they want their children to remember.

The Parenting Playbook is free. Download your copy at the link in our bio.

09/01/2026

Dr. Obie McNair has lived a remarkable Mississippi story.

From helping integrate Jackson schools to becoming Mississippi’s first board-certified African American pulmonologist, his life has been shaped by perseverance, service, and faith.

Then, in 2019, a broken femur revealed stage-four kidney cancer.

Nearly seven years later, Dr. McNair sits down with Craig for a deeply personal conversation about race, medicine, mortality, family, and the faith that has carried him through it all.

This is one of those conversations worth slowing down for. Listen to the full episode of the Robertson + Easterling Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

09/01/2026

Every football season starts with a playbook. Parenting through divorce should too.
The Parenting Playbook is a free guide from Robertson + Easterling designed to help Mississippi parents understand custody, make better decisions, and keep the focus where it belongs: on their children.
Because the custody case will eventually end.
The way you parent through it will matter for years to come.
Download your free copy at the link in our bio.

08/31/2026

Every choice moves us in a direction.

The goal isn't to be perfect. It's to choose the path that leads to greater peace, growth, and freedom. Small decisions, made consistently, can change the course of an entire season of life.

08/27/2026

Forward looks good.

Not because the journey is easy, but because growth happens when we stop looking back and start moving ahead. One step at a time, a new chapter begins to take shape.

08/25/2026

The best kind.

08/21/2026

Consistency helps children feel secure during family changes.

When so much around them feels uncertain, routines, clear communication, and predictable expectations can provide stability. Children don't need perfect parents—they need steady ones. Small acts of consistency can help reduce anxiety, build trust, and create a sense of safety during difficult transitions.

A stable environment today can have a lasting impact tomorrow.

08/20/2026

Divorce is more than the end of a marriage—it can impact your finances, property, retirement accounts, and time with your children. Before agreeing to anything, make sure you understand your rights and the long-term consequences of the decisions you make.

The strongest position is an informed one. Knowing your worth isn't about being difficult; it's about protecting your future and making decisions with confidence.

Preparation is power.

08/19/2026

Verbal promises can be misunderstood, forgotten, or disputed later. Whether you're discussing custody arrangements, property division, support payments, or other important matters, written documentation helps protect everyone involved.

Having clear, written agreements reduces confusion and creates a record of what was agreed upon. When important decisions affect your future, documentation matters.

A conversation is helpful. A written agreement is protection.

08/17/2026