For many estranged Missouri couples, a divorce will involve dividing marital property. If such an asset is a retirement account, this process can be somewhat complicated. A qualified domestic relations order is needed for plans that are covered by the Employee...
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What is a parenting plan agreement?
A parenting agreement is a written document outlining how children will be raised by parents after a separation or divorce. The plan is designed with the best interest of the child in mind and helps to keep environments and schedules structured during times of...
How parents can recognize and address parental alienation
Parental alienation may be a concern for some Missouri parents after a divorce. This occurs when children are manipulated by one parent to turn against the other parent. It can happen in any custody arrangement, but it may be more likely to occur when a parent has...
Missouri pushes for equal custody in divorce cases
Divorce is a difficult process for anyone, but the prospect of losing your children in a custody battle can be downright terrifying. There has been a historical tendency for divorce courts to rule in favor of the mother in matters of child custody. There seems to have...
Determining where your child’s needs most lie in divorce
Children are, by nature, resilient people who can bounce back from adversity and overcome obstacles life tosses their way. As a Missouri parent, you do your best to support, encourage and inspire your kids to reach their full potentials. When you shared the news of...
Collaborative divorce beneficial to couples with children
For couples who are looking to divorce and are worried about the effect it could have on the kids, collaborative divorce may be an option worth exploring.Collaborative divorce takes the process out of the courtroom and into a mediation or negotiation setting, where...
