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Browse family law attorneys serving Hernando, Mississippi. Contact information and addresses listed below.
3 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hernando, MS
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Showing 3 family law attorneys in Hernando, MS
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The Murphy Law Firm
2430 Caffey St, Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 449-1000 murphy-attorney.com
Malenda H Meacham Law Offices
301 Losher St, Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9339 meachamlaw.com
Owens Law Firm, PLLC
324 W Valley St Suite 109, Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 469-1033 owenslawfirmpllc.com
Family law attorneys in Hernando Mississippi help with divorce child custody child support and adoption. Mississippi law requires a 60 day waiting period for divorce from the date of filing. Hernando is in DeSoto County where the Chancery Court handles all family law matters.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Hernando Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Hernando Mississippi typically range from 200 to 400 dollars per hour. Flat fees for an uncontested divorce may start around 1500 dollars. Contested cases involving custody or property can cost 5000 dollars or more. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Mississippi?
Mississippi recognizes both fault and no-fault grounds for divorce. No-fault grounds include irreconcilable differences. Fault grounds include adultery desertion and habitual drunkenness.
How is child custody decided in Hernando Mississippi?
Mississippi courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child. Judges consider factors like the childs age the parents home environment and each parents ability to provide care. There is no presumption for either parent.
How long does a divorce take in DeSoto County?
An uncontested divorce in Hernando can be final in about 60 to 90 days. A contested divorce may take six months to a year or longer. The 60 day waiting period starts after the complaint is filed.
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