The financial aspects of a divorce can become complicated and rather confusing. If you are going through a divorce, you should get to know Missouri’s marital property laws to protect your rights. Missouri is a “dual-property” state, which divides property into two...
Property Division
Tips for dividing personal property in a divorce
One of the most difficult aspects of divorcing is dividing property. And it's not just the division of major assets that can cause heated disputes. Often, divorcing spouses fight over personal property, including items with little or no value. However, there are ways...
Dealing with a 401k in a divorce
A 401k is likely not the first asset that comes to mind when divorcing couples in St. Charles start to discuss property division. Yet by the conclusion of divorce proceedings, how such an account is divided can easily be one of the most contentious issues. Indeed,...
Money concerns knot marriage and divorce
No one wakes up on their wedding day thinking they will eventually get divorced, but it does happen – and it is becoming more and more common every day. According to Pew Research, the divorce rate is rising. Is there a reason for this rise? When preparing for a...
How do you decide who gets your pet?
When you get a divorce, you may not initially think about what will happen to your pet. This is important to consider, though, as Missouri law does not always see your pet the way you do. According to Rover.com, pets are typically considered property. This means that...
Can property be excluded from division in a divorce?
If you face a divorce in the state of Missouri, the marital property will be divided between spouses. However, just because a holding was acquired during the marriage, it does not automatically fall into the category of marital assets. According to Missouri’s...
Why do I need a prenuptial agreement?
Say the words “prenuptial agreement” and you are almost sure to see a frown on the face of anyone and everyone in the room. Missouri residents, as well as those in other states, may see such documents as a harbinger of doom to a couple planning a marriage,...