Missouri Divorce & Family Law Blog
Staying informed is crucial when dealing with complex legal issues. Our blog provides insights and updates on Missouri divorce and family law, offering valuable information to help you navigate your case.
Divorce FAQ: How Long Does a Divorce Take in Missouri?
September 20th, 2021
How long does it take to get a divorce in Missouri? This is a question that family lawyers hear often. Divorce is a difficult, often painful process, but it does not always have to be a lengthy one. The amount of time it takes to finalize a divorce d…
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Legal Challenges a Blended Family May Face During Divorce
August 18th, 2021
Blended families have become more and more common in the past few decades. Families always come with challenges, but a family composed of stepparents and stepsiblings can present a distinct set of challenges. Similar challenges are likely to arise if…
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How to Financially Prepare for Divorce
July 20th, 2021
Divorce can create chaos in nearly every aspect of your life. When preparing to get a divorce, it can be easy to overlook some of the ways the divorce is likely to affect you. Our society often talks about how to prepare for divorce emotionally, but…
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Categories: Divorce
8 Common Reasons for Divorce
June 24th, 2021
Every divorce case in Missouri brings a unique set of issues, circumstances, and personalities. Divorce often involves strongly negative emotions, including anger, sadness, loneliness, and even grief. Some people going through a divorce may finally f…
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Categories: Divorce
Why You Shouldn’t Divorce Without a Lawyer
May 11th, 2021
One of the first questions to come up for most people when they are thinking about filing for divorce in Missouri is whether they need a divorce lawyer. Even if you and your spouse agree on everything, and you have a truly uncontested divorce, it is…
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Categories: Divorce
Reasons to Include Fault in Your Missouri Divorce Case
April 15th, 2021
In order to obtain a divorce in Missouri, it is not necessary to prove that either spouse is at fault for the breakup of the marriage. “Fault” can refer to misconduct by a spouse, such as adultery or abandonment, separation for an extended period…
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What You Should Know About a Name Change After Divorce
February 16th, 2021
No one is required to change their name when they get married. For those who choose to change their name, nothing obligates them to change it back if they get divorced. Many people wish to do so, however, so Missouri’s family laws allow them to inc…
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Categories: Divorce
How to File for Divorce in Missouri
December 16th, 2020
A divorce in Missouri, commonly known in legal terms as a “dissolution of marriage,” requires filing a petition in court and getting a final judgment. If both spouses agree on how to resolve the issues presented by the divorce, including division…
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Categories: Divorce
The Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce
November 17th, 2020
People who are thinking about filing for divorce in Missouri should consider their options very carefully. A divorce ends the marriage relationship forever. For some couples going through difficulties in their marriage, the finality of divorce might…
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Relocating Children After a Missouri Divorce
September 16th, 2020
When a court in Missouri grants a divorce involving a minor child or children, it must determine that all of the provisions of the divorce affecting the children are in the children’s best interests. This often includes a custody order giving both…
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Categories: Custody and Visitation
Mark A. Wortman
Mark A. Wortman is a Missouri family law attorney who handles only divorce and family law matters within the state. Due to this specialty, Mark Wortman has handled thousands of Missouri divorce and family cases and has practiced extensively in front… Read More
