Aug 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Having the “divorce talk” with children can be difficult, and you may not exactly know how to address this. Below you’ll find helpful ways to address to your children you’re getting a divorce. We hope this article is helpful, but for any...
Nov 16, 2020 | Uncategorized, Virtual Coffee Break
In Missouri, the law sets forth a number of factors to be considered when determining what child support – if any – should be ordered. In addition, the Missouri Supreme Court has issued a Form 14, which is updated every three years or so. The Form 14 sets forth a...
Jun 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
State law and the local court rules in St. Louis County both prohibit you from terminating any existing medical, dental, or vision insurance after a petition for divorce is filed. Don’t get cute and terminate the policy a couple of weeks before you file or take a new...
Jun 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Most people have heard of a prenuptial agreement (commonly called a “prenup”), a contract that is signed before the marriage that sets forth the parties set forth their agreement as to the financial issues expected to arise. The same type of agreement may also be...
Aug 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
The short answer is yes, but there are some limitations. First, though, you need to make certain that Missouri has the jurisdiction (power) to dissolve your marriage. You must have resided in Missouri (“resided” means lived in Missouri with the intent...
Aug 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
As a lawyer who limits my practice to family law, folks often tell me that they are legally separated because they have split up their assets and debts and are living separately. In Missouri, those facts do not mean that a legal separation has occurred....
