Some divorces are relatively amicable. Both individuals involved recognize that the relationship is no longer as healthy or happy as it once was. They may cooperate with each other to divide their property and ensure they can meet the needs of their shared children....
Traditional wedding vows insist that spouses declare their intention to stay together until one of them dies. However, quite a few marriages eventually end in divorce rather than in the death of one spouse. Factors ranging from infidelity to changing personal values...
Financial considerations during a divorce often add another layer of stress to an already challenging situation. This can be especially true for spouses who may have made sacrifices during the marriage that impacted their earning potential. Thankfully, however, in...
Individuals who are going through a difficult or dramatic experience often turn to social media as an expressive an informative outlet. Posting online can be a way to vent one's intense emotions. It can also help keep someone's social acquaintances informed about...
One of the first things people do when preparing for divorce in Missouri is to review their resources. Married couples generally need to divide their shared property but can potentially protect their separate property from division in a divorce. Many Missouri...
The average adult accepts that they need professional support during a divorce. Most people understand that there are significant risks involved in attempting to divorce without legal representation. They will bring in a lawyer to advise them throughout the process,...
Adultery is one of the most common reasons that people file for divorce in Missouri. The discovery that a spouse has been unfaithful may make someone feel as though there is no trust remaining in the relationship. Many people leave a marriage with someone who cheated...
Are you going through a divorce and wondering when it’s appropriate to start dating again? Navigating the post-divorce dating world can be a challenging, emotionally charged and legally complex undertaking. These are a few considerations that can help you determine...
Across the country, state laws concerning pregnancy seem to be changing rapidly. You may have heard that Missouri is one of a handful of states where you can’t get divorced if one spouse is pregnant. That’s not 100% accurate. However, getting divorced when you’re...
Dividing up your lives in a divorce also means that you and your spouse have to divide up the marital property as equitably as possible. That can get very complicated when those assets include stock options held by one or both spouses. Stock options are often given as...
