Among the many questions frequently asked by clients going through divorce, one of the most common is: “Should I be the one to file for divorce?” Generally speaking, it legally does not make a difference if you or your spouse is the first to file. However, as is the case with most rules, there are…
DetailsIt can be difficult to determine how to file your taxes during and after a divorce. Depending on your filing status, there are differences that can significantly impact the amount of tax you owe or the amount you are refunded. The following is a list of issues to be aware of when filing your taxes:…
DetailsThere are so many charged issues to deal with when going through divorce, not the least of which is the recognition that your life is about to go in a completely different direction than what you had planned. Custody, child and spousal support – all of these matters must be worked out before you can…
DetailsWhile it may not be the most romantic course of action, a prenuptial agreement is an important topic of discussion when planning your marriage. Despite belief to the contrary, entering into a prenuptial agreement in no way increases the likelihood of divorce. In fact, a common source of arguments between couples is finances. Talking candidly…
DetailsWe often receive calls from people who want to modify their custody schedule because they believe their child is “old enough to decide where he or she wants to live.” It is a very common misconception that there is a law in Missouri that states that a child can chose to live with mom or…
DetailsFor most clients, the number-one fear is how much their family law case will cost. When asked about price, attorneys have a tendency to reply with: “I’m not sure. It depends on (fill in the blank).” This vague response leaves clients with no way to gauge how much they will pay, and it also makes them feel…
DetailsYou’ve taken the first step and made an appointment with a divorce attorney. So now what? Going to your first appointment with a divorce attorney can be extremely nerve-racking. Being prepared for this meeting will help to reduce some of your anxiety as well as making the meeting, and the divorce process, as smooth as…
DetailsIf you and your spouse have decided that you no longer want to live together, you may find that a legal separation is a better fit for your situation than divorce. Though in casual parlance, the term “separated” might connote simply living apart while you make a final decision regarding your marriage, a legal separation…
DetailsAs if negotiating divorce settlements was not complex (and contentious) enough, the process is about to get even more complicated, thanks to a major overhaul of the tax code regarding alimony. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which goes into effect January 1, 2019, sweeping changes are set to upend 75 years’ worth of established rules regarding alimony — namely, that it…
DetailsUnfortunately, for many divorced families, the holidays can be a stressful time. The joyfulness of the holidays can be replaced with feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness…not only for parents, but for their children as well. Because of the added stress this time of year brings to divorced families, the holidays are a busy time…
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