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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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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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What is a Divorce Deposition? How Can I Prepare?

Man sitting by a laptop, drinking coffee. Focus on gesturing hand. Visual concept for divorce blog about a Divorce Deposition. A deposition can be a crucial part of the discovery process in divorce litigation. They can provide valuable information about the issues that must be decided in the case — including asset division, child custody, child support, and alimony. While… Read More
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What are Your Options for Splitting the House in Divorce?

A divorced couple tearing blue paper with the symbol of the house. Visual concept for legal blog titled If you’re thinking about divorce, you will also need to consider how your property will be divided. Significantly, the marital home is often the biggest asset a couple acquires when they are married. What will happen to it during divorce proceeding… Read More
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Tips for Maintaining a Relationship with Your Ex In-Laws

Young woman working on relationship with her mother-in-law while they are sitting on sofa. Visual concept for legal advice blog on maintaining a relationship with your ex-in-laws. Divorced parents face many emotional, logistical, and legal challenges. While one of the hardest parts of co-parenting is getting along with your former spouse, you might also still need to maintain a relationship with your ex in-laws for the sake of… Read More
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What to Do When Your Spouse Wants a Divorce

Unhappy couple having argument at home: Visual concept for divorce blog titled Whether you saw it coming or not, you might be wondering what to do when your spouse wants a divorce. If your marriage had been struggling for some time, you might already have been preparing to part ways. However, a spouse can sometimes be blindside… Read More
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