When you’ve been treated badly by your spouse and are headed for a divorce, it’s only natural to be upset – even angry. However, you need to be cautious about trying to “stick it” to your future ex financially. The wrong move can leave you open to accusations of...
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...
Divorce is a legal solution for those whose marriage has become untenable and/or unhappy. People who have combined households and lives will separate their property and their responsibilities from each other either through mutual agreement or via litigation in family...
Parenthood is one of the biggest commitments an individual can make and also one of the most life-changing experiences possible. New parents may find motivation to go back to school or develop their careers. They may change their family situations and living...
Ending a marriage is a challenging and draining process. Apart from the emotional aspects, you must also address legal and financial matters, such as the division of property. Understanding the concept of separate property is crucial when it comes to protecting your...
When people get married, they combine their income and households to secure a better standard of living for both spouses. When they divorce, they have to find a way to split up their shared assets and establish separate households. Oftentimes, divorce leads to at...
Disagreements about child custody abound when parents decide to divorce. Frequently, they may disagree about how to divide parenting time and how to share responsibility, as well as what decisions would be in the best interests of their children. A custody order and...
Retirement accounts acquired during a marriage are generally considered marital property subject to division between spouses. Like all marital assets in Missouri, they’re expected to be divided in a “just” or equitable manner – which may not be 50/50. Factors taken...
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...
A protective order is designed to keep someone safe if they feel that their spouse or a romantic partner is a genuine threat to their safety. Many people are afraid to leave violent relationships because they think the other person will retaliate. As a result, seeking...
