17 checklist items to follow when preparing for divorce No one wants the divorce process to last for any longer than it has to. A divorce is an emotional roller-coaster and the quicker you...
The Difference Between a Divorce and an Annulment It is never easy or simple when two people decide to end a marriage. There are many mixed emotions and decisions that have to be made....
Contested vs Uncontested Divorce Divorce, also known as the termination of a marriage or marital union, can be an extremely stressful situation. If you find yourself about to go through the process of divorce,...
Domestic violence is a growing and serious problem throughout Missouri and the United States. Chapter 455, RSMo, provides for adult protection orders and child protection orders. Specifically, Chapter 455 protects adults and children from...
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If you are going through a divorce or planning to file in the near future, I recommend that you deactivate your Facebook account. Some people disregard my advice because they feel as though they...
I am often asked: “Do I need a divorce attorney for my case?” In Missouri, you are allowed to represent yourself if you so choose. However, do-it-yourself divorces are risky for many reasons. Therefore, I...
6 Most Important Tips After You Have Been Served Divorce Papers 1. See a local divorce attorney immediately! If your spouse has taken the steps to hire an attorney and serve you with divorce papers, they are serious...
Filing for divorce is a situation nobody likes to be put in. Often times, divorce is not the only matter that needs to be addressed. If there are children involved, issues like child custody...
