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.

Missouri Court of Appeals Case Updates

Missouri Uniform Parentage Act Analyzed

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… Read More
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What to Expect at an Uncontested Divorce Hearing

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… Read More
Categories: Divorce
Missouri Court of Appeals Case Updates

Stale Valuation Requires Remand for Recalculations: Pickens v. Pickens

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… Read More
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Filing for Taxes After a Divorce

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… Read More
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Recent Case Addresses the Issue of Squandering Marital Assets

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… Read More
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Which Assets Qualify as Marital Property in a Missouri Divorce?

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… Read More
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Blended Family and Step-Parenting Tips

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… Read More
Categories: Co-Parenting, Family Law
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Preparing for a Divorce Consultation

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… Read More
Categories: Divorce
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Military Divorce: What You Need to Know

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… Read More
Categories: Military Divorce
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Helping Your Preschool and Elementary School-Age Children Cope with Separation and Divorce

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… Read More
Categories: Divorce