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The Missouri Uniform Parentage Act (MUPA) establishes legal guidelines for determining who a child’s parents are. In many cases, of course, there is no debate over the parentage of a child. But there are other situations, such as where there are qu…
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Divorce is never easy, but an uncontested divorce is certainly easier than a high-conflict divorce process ending in a contentious trial. In an uncontested divorce, both spouses agree on the terms of their divorce, meaning that there is no reason for…
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One of the major issues that must be resolved before a divorce can be finalized concerns property division. However, when property that fluctuates in value is involved, division can become much more complex — and it may be necessary to obtain a val…
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Divorce can bring many changes to your life, including your financial situation. There are various tax implications when it comes to parting ways with your spouse to be aware of — and your taxes may look very different after divorce than they did d…
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Property division is a crucial issue in divorce. Under Missouri law, property and assets acquired during the course of the marriage must be distributed between spouses in a manner that is equitable — meaning fair. However, the process of dividing p…
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Part of the divorce process is distributing property between spouses. However, not every asset is subject to division — only marital property must be divided when couples part ways. Property division is one of the most important considerations in d…
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Forming a blended family can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. However, as you combine two families together, there can be many changes — and challenges that can arise. Your children might have many concerns about how life will be different…
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Preparing for a divorce consultation can sometimes feel overwhelming. The first meeting with your attorney provides you with an opportunity to determine whether they are a good fit and allows you to ask questions about the divorce process. At the ini…
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While the result is the same — in that the marriage is legally ended — it’s important to understand that there are a variety of procedural nuances that distinguish a military divorce from a civilian divorce. Military divorces have a variety of…
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Separation and divorce is hard on kids. It can be especially difficult for younger children who may not fully understand what is happening and rely on their parents to meet their emotional needs. They can pick up on their parents’ emotions and migh…
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