When you’re going through a divorce, we understand that everything feels out of your control. It’s common for clients to experience a rollercoaster of emotions on a daily basis. As divorce attorneys with a combined 30 years of experience, however, we’ve learned that there are numerous things clients CAN control to make the entire process…
DetailsDividing property is part of every divorce and legal separation. But how does a judge determine who should get what? Equitable Division In Missouri, marital property is subject to what the law calls, “equitable distribution.” This means that all marital property (property acquired during your marriage) must be divided in a way that is fair–although…
DetailsPhysical custody refers to where and with whom the children will reside after the divorce. Legal custody determines who is responsible for making major decisions for the child. Both decisions are guided by what will be in the best interest of the child. Physical custody may be shared, awarded to one parent, or given to…
DetailsThe ending of a marriage means major life changes for children as well as the parents. During legal proceedings, it is important that the children’s best interests be heard and fairly expressed. Neither parent’s attorney may represent the child, however–they may only speak for their client. That is where the GAL comes in. Either parent…
DetailsWithout a doubt, legal custody of a child can be an important and emotionally charged issue whether you’re going through a divorce or you were not married to the other party. It is important to understand the terms used and what factors a judge will weigh when making decisions concerning the children. What does…
DetailsIn accordance with current St. Louis County coronavirus health directives that relax restrictions for indoor spaces, our offices have now reopened on a limited basis. Our attorneys have been working remotely since mid-March, serving our clients by telephone and videoconference. As a family law firm, we were deemed an essential business under St. Louis County…
DetailsThe 21st Judicial Circuit Court, based in Clayton, Missouri, moved to Phase One of reopening on June 18 after successfully meeting all the criteria set forth by the Missouri Supreme Court. The court had been in Phase Zero since mid-March. In addition to St. Louis County’s reopening order, which took effect in May, factors include:…
DetailsAs you know, the deadline for filing 2019 federal, state and local tax returns was extended to July 15, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. If you are divorced and have children, you should also know about recent changes to tax laws, and how these could affect your finances going forward. In 2018, the federal…
DetailsBreaking the news of divorce to children is painful for every parent. Children are bound to find their parents’ separation worrisome and stressful. You want to make it as easy on them as possible, so it is important to pick the right time, and to do and say the right things–and avoid certain behaviors, too. …
DetailsIt’s a question we hear often. If you and your spouse are parting on good terms and have an agreement on the issues involved, you might think it would be easier and more cost-effective to hire one divorce attorney to handle the court filings. Sometimes couples are afraid the situation will become adversarial if they…
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