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Many people regularly use social media to communicate with friends, keep in touch with family, and stay connected. While platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become integrated into our daily lives, they are not the place to share pe…
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An uncontested divorce can often be a straightforward path to dissolving a marriage. However, it’s important to understand that even just one misstep can result in your case going in the wrong direction. By taking the right steps from the beginning…
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Parental alienation in Missouri is a serious matter that courts do not take lightly. When proven, allegations of parental alienation can alter the course of a custody case, resulting in loss of custody for the alienating parent, contempt of court, an…
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For both children and adults, divorce and mental health go hand in hand. For spouses, ending a marriage can cause psychological distress, emotional turmoil, and lead to depression. The parties to a divorce also often experience a profound sense of gr…
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Every divorce case is unique. What happens during the divorce process will depend upon the issues that must be resolved, the level of cooperation between spouses, and the method used to divorce. However, every case must generally follow the same proc…
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Alimony, also referred to as “maintenance,” can be critical to ensure a financially dependent spouse has the resources they need as they work to become self-sustaining after divorce. Significantly, there are a few different types of alimony in Mi…
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Effective August 28, 2026, pregnant women in Missouri will no longer be required to wait until after giving birth to finalize a divorce. Previously, under a decades-old legal interpretation, judges would not enter a final judgment of divorce or legal…
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From dividing your property, creating a custody arrangement, and facing financial uncertainty, the stress of divorce can have a significant impact on your mental health. As you navigate the multitude of emotions that can come with ending your marriag…
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Divorce is always challenging, but it can be even more difficult when you share children with your ex-spouse. Not only will you face the hurdle of determining how you will divide your property and debts, but you will need to decide how you split pare…
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Unlike what is depicted on TV and in the movies, a lengthy courtroom trial is not the only way to divorce. In fact, there are several ways to divorce in Missouri which can be more efficient, cost-effective, and amicable than litigation. While every m…
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