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.

Selling the Marital Home: Missouri divorce decree requiring home to be sold must specifically designate conditions of sale

May 17th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
Recent ruling NC v. CC Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District – ED95337 Husband appeals from the trial court’s Amended Judgment and Decree of Dissolution of Marriage dated June 2, 2010, ordering Husband to pay monthly maintenance to… Read More
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Missouri Divorce FAQ Series: How long does a divorce case take from beginning to end

April 30th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
The duration of a divorce in Missouri varies from case to case. Factors that determine length include how contested the case is, the cooperation of the parties, whether or not there are two attorneys involved, the complexity of the issues, whether or… Read More
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Court must consider division of marital property before ordering spousal maintenance (alimony); Factors that determine amount of spousal support.

April 23rd, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
In a recent ruling from the Court of Appeals, Husband appealed the trial Court’s decision granting maintenance to the Wife, claiming, among other things, that the Court did not consider the Wife’s award of marital property, and the abilit… Read More
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Missouri Child Support Modification: 20% change in support amount, overnight credits, bonus and interest income, income tax dependency.

April 5th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
Recent Case: JK v. JK WD74592 Father appeals from a judgment entered in the Circuit Court of Cole County granting Mother’s motion to modify child support. In its judgment, the circuit court found that a substantial and continuing change in circumst… Read More
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Electronic Domestic Case Filing Begins in March in Jackson County

February 16th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
News Release from the Jackson County Circuit Court: Starting in March, there will be no more mad dashes to the courthouse by attorneys to file papers at the last minute. The Circuit Court in Jackson County will begin paperless electronic filing which… Read More
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Relocation of a child subject to a Missouri custody order

January 27th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
Missouri law governs the relocation of children after a custody order has been entered. “Relocation” is defined as “a change in the principal residence of a child for a period of ninety days or more, but does not include a temporary… Read More
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Important Considerations when Choosing a Family or Divorce Attorney

January 13th, 2013
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Mark A. Wortman
There are many attorneys that practice in the area of family law/divorce. Choosing a family lawyer is an incredibly important decision, as it will have a direct impact on the time, cost, and outcome of the case, as well as how smoothly the case runs.… Read More
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Setting aside of default judgment appropriate when good cause shown and meritorious defense; Ability to pay supports award of attorney's fees

December 15th, 2012
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Mark A. Wortman
Recent Case: JT Appellant vs. AT, Respondent Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District – ED97995 Father appeals from the trial court’s judgment of November 8, 2011, dissolving his marriage with Mother and entering a child custody and su… Read More
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The Petitioner (or movant) in an action to set aside a previous order for paternity and child support must pay the costs of DNA testing.

November 30th, 2012
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Mark A. Wortman
Recent Case: State of Missouri (FSD) v. [Family Court Commissioner] Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District – WD75408 State ex rel. State of Missouri, Department of Social Services, Family Support Division (“Relator”) sought a p… Read More
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Express allegations of abuse or neglect required for mandatory appointment of Guardian Ad Litem; Alternating weekend parenting plan is joint physical custody.

November 16th, 2012
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Mark A. Wortman
Recent case: CJWQ vs. SJQ Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District – WD74342 Mother appeals the circuit court’s judgment modifying the dissolution decree from her marriage to Father. Mother asserts that the court erred when: (1) it failed… Read More
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