Millions of Americans find themselves unemployed due to the coronavirus pandemic and shut-down orders affecting non-essential businesses. Many court-ordered child support and alimony payments likely have been impacted as a result, at least temporarily. What can payors and payees do to deal with the present circumstances? Existing court orders remain in effect unless a judge…
DetailsMillions of Americans will begin receiving payments from the federal government this week, funds intended to offset the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Many of our family law clients have questions, and we have some answers. Do I need to apply for a federal stimulus payment? You do NOT need to apply to receive…
DetailsSt. Louis County’s Family Courts Division issued new protocols for the handling of hearings, orders and more. These provisions remain in effect until at least May 1 in accordance with the recent Missouri Supreme Court Order; they may be amended at any time. Other courts in the region may be following similar orders and guidelines.…
DetailsFor separated and divorcing couples and co-parents who have scheduled court hearings pertaining to divorce and/or custody this month, here is an update. Child welfare, custody and domestic violence proceedings are among the exceptions to the Missouri Supreme Court’s April 1 Order suspending most in-person court proceedings due to the spread of the novel coronavirus…
DetailsThere has been a surge in reports of domestic violence and abuse since the onset of the COVID-19 crisis. Because of Stay-at-Home Orders, victims of abuse may feel trapped, with nowhere to go in the midst of a pandemic. If you, another adult or a child in your household is the victim of domestic violence,…
DetailsKnowing many of our divorced and separated co-parent clients are struggling on a daily basis to handle the many disruptions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, we went looking for some useful online resources. The co-parenting platform Our Family Wizard, along with the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts have collaborated to create a Conversations…
DetailsIf you have not yet filed your tax returns for 2019, you are not alone — and now you have more time. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, people and businesses are being given more time to file tax returns. Here’s where things stand today: Federal: The IRS extended the April 15 tax filing deadline by…
DetailsWhat are the basic estate planning documents to consider during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis? In addition to following CDC guidelines and the Stay at Home Orders issued throughout Missouri, there are estate planning documents you should consider in the event this health crisis impacts you or your family. Everyone should have a few basic documents…
DetailsThe State of Illinois, St. Louis County, and St. Louis City have issued “Stay at Home” orders that will be in effect for the next several weeks to limit the spread of the coronavirus. We know that for co-parents, this situation is especially challenging and stressful. You probably have many questions about COVID-19 and the…
DetailsPlease note, this information is accurate as of March 26, 2020 With stay-at-home orders in effect, all of us here at Raza & Jones, LLC want to assure you that under St. Louis County’s Order, as a family law firm we are considered an essential business, and we will remain open and available to all…
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