Cropped shot of two hands of LGBTQ+ women engaged. Visual concept for legal blog discussing LGBTQ+ prenuptial agreements, protecting assets and setting financial expectations for a secure future together.

Creating LGBTQ-Friendly Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know

Cropped shot of two hands of LGBTQ+ women engaged. Visual concept for legal blog discussing LGBTQ+ prenuptial agreements, protecting assets and setting financial expectations for a secure future together. Prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the rich and famous — they’re for anyone who wishes to protect their assets and outline financial expectations. While the laws governing LGBTQ+ marriage are the same as those for heterosexual couples, these… Read More
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Missouri Residency Requirements Before Filing for a Divorce

Frustrated unhappy couple sitting on sofa after a fight. Visual concept for family law blog discussing Missouri residency requirements before filing for divorce. If you are thinking about parting ways with your spouse, you may be wondering what the legal requirements are for divorce. Missouri allows for no-fault divorce — this means that you do not need to prove any marital misconduct in order to legally en… Read More
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Factors to Consider When Divorcing a Disabled Spouse

Sad woman sitting on a wheelchair, in the background her husband sitting on a sofa visual concept for legal blog discussing the factors to consider when divorcing a disabled spouse. Ending a marriage is always difficult — but when you are divorcing a disabled spouse, emotions can become even more complex. There are also a number of legal and financial considerations that can make dissolution more complicated when your spouse h… Read More
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Activities to Do with Your Child to Help Them Cope with Your Divorce

Two cute little children running and playing in the meadow in the park on a warm sunny day, having fun and enjoying nature on a day off. Visual concept for blog discussing Activities to Do with Your Child to Help Them Cope with Your Divorce. Divorce doesn’t only affect you and your spouse — it also affects your children and can be one of the most difficult experiences of their childhood. Often, children feel a wide array of emotions that they may not be able to articulate when their… Read More
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Second Parent Adoptions: What Missouri Same-Sex Parents Need to Know

Gay male parents having fun with their son. Visual concept for family law blog discussing second parent adoptions and same sex adoption laws. If you’re in a same-sex marriage and would like to protect your relationship with your partner’s biological child, you may be wondering what legal measures you can take. It’s important for same-sex couples to understand that when a non-biologic… Read More
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Dividing Retirement Accounts in Divorce

401k ira roth on pieces of paper. Visual concept for legal blog discussing how retirement accounts are dividing in a divorce One of the most complex and contentious issues when a marriage is ending can concern the division of retirement accounts. While certain marital assets can be easily distributed between spouses, dividing retirement accounts such as pensions, IRAs, and… Read More
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How to Divorce a Missing Spouse

Sad Latin American woman drinking a cup of coffee while looking out the window. Visual concept for legal blog discussing how to divorce a missing spouse legally. If you are contemplating divorce and you cannot locate your spouse, you may be wondering how you can move forward without serving divorce papers. Importantly, you cannot. But if you do not know the whereabouts of your spouse, you can still legally ob… Read More
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Cropped shot of a woman kissing her fiancée on his face in a restaurant. Visual concept for a blog from Family Lawyer Mark Wortman offering suggestions on how to bring up a prenup discussion with your future spouse.

How to Bring Up a Prenup with a Future Spouse

Cropped shot of a woman kissing her fiancée on his face in a restaurant. Visual concept for a blog from Family Lawyer Mark Wortman offering suggestions on how to bring up a prenup discussion with your future spouse. Bringing up a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse can be uncomfortable, awkward, and upsetting. However, being able to have an open conversation about financial topics is crucial for a healthy marriage. While initiating a conversation about… Read More
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Communicating with Your Child Through Divorce

Smiling mother and daughter baking cookies standing at table in kitchen. Visual concept for family law blog on the subject of communication with your child through your divorce. Divorce doesn’t only impact you and your spouse — it also can affect your child’s emotional and mental well-being. Importantly, open communication is essential to help your child through the divorce process. Talking with your child about what t… Read More
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Tips for Newly Divorced Parents

Father and child hug - visual concept for family law blog for divorced parents. Experiencing a divorce is emotionally challenging, especially as a parent. Feeling overwhelmed? Wondering how to balance work, home, and single parenthood? These tips for newly divorced parents can aid your transition into a new chapter. Read More
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