There 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…
DetailsToday, both St. Louis County Executive Sam Page and St. Louis City Mayor Lyda Krewson, announced the decision to put into place a Stay at Home Order, which requires people to remain in their homes whenever possible for the next 30 days in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Essentially, every resident in…
DetailsIn light of the current state of things, here are some helpful tips for divorced and separated parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have a Court-Ordered Parenting Plan, you should continue to follow it. A global pandemic doesn’t change the status of a Court Order. We have no idea how the courts will treat…
DetailsWhat are some of the reasons why child support and custody arrangements may be modified? Child Support In Missouri, child support may be increased or decreased if there is a substantial change in circumstances which makes the current child support amount unreasonable. The burden of proof is on the party requesting the change. There are…
DetailsThis week and next, we will review the ability to modify certain provisions in your divorce decree. This week we go over issues relating to spousal support, known as maintenance or alimony; next week, we’ll look at modifications to child support and custody arrangements. Life can bring many changed circumstances post-divorce. One party may ask…
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