St. Louis Family Law Blog
Facing divorce prepared may relieve some tension
Divorce is often a stressful event, and the longer it drags on, the more tense couples can become. Minor disagreements can quickly build into contentious battles, which can be costly, both financially and emotionally. Many couples in Missouri and beyond would prefer...
9-year-old boy hopes to find forever family through adoption
Many families across Missouri and around the country are bound together by the miracle of adoption. Whether a couple decides to adopt because they are unable to have biological children or simply because they feel moved to do so, it can be a wonderful way to build a...
Child support payments: There’s an app for that
Court-ordered child support legally binds one parent to make payments to the other. When a parent is financially responsible for the care of a child, those needs don’t diminish just because the parent is unable to pay. The reasons for nonpayment may be understandable,...
Steps to address parental alienation in a divorce
When one parent negatively influences a child’s view of the other parent, it’s parental alienation. Unfortunately, this issue is all too common in divorce cases. That’s why it’s important to recognize the signs of parental alienation and to take the steps you can to...
The importance of preparing for divorce
Though many people here in Missouri say that they knew they were on the path to divorce, others say the entire matter blindsided them. Some say that even though they knew that ending their marriage was inevitable, they were not at all prepared for the details that...
QDROs may be required to protect, obtain certain assets
Retirement accounts and pension plans can represent a significant portion of a Missouri couple’s assets. When a divorce occurs, these assets are typically taken into consideration and included as a part of the property division settlement. However, due to the nature...
Hidden assets that should be included in divorce property settlement
Trust is an important component of any Missouri marriage. Once trust is gone, it is likely that a divorce is on the horizon. It is possible that this trust issue may translate to assets and finances. In fact, one’s soon-to-be former spouse may attempt to hide assets...
Prenuptial agreement can protect children
Weddings are often a beautiful expression of the Missouri couple’s love for each other. In many cases, this is not the individual’s first experience with this emotion, and there may be children from previous relationships being brought into the marriage. When this...
Why parallel parenting might be your best option after divorce
You’ve come to terms with the fact that you don’t exactly get along with your ex-spouse. But, at the end of the day you still recognize you want to do the best you can to work together at some capacity as you navigate joint custody. For divorced parents who aren’t on...
Child custody is an ongoing relationship
When a Missouri couple decides to divorce, it is the adults who are deciding to go their separate ways. Their assets and debts can be divided as a part of this process. However, when children are involved, there is often much more to be considered. Concerned parents...
