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.
How is Debt Divided in a Missouri Divorce?
June 9th, 2023
Marriage is a financial relationship as well as an emotional one. During a marriage, a couple may acquire not only property together, but also debts. If you and your spouse are parting ways and you’ve incurred a substantial amount of debt, you may…
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Choosing a Guardian for Your Children
May 26th, 2023
If you have minor children, it’s crucial to choose a legal guardian who will care for them in the unlikely event something happens to you. While it’s not an easy thing to consider, you must take measures to protect your children if you and the ot…
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Categories: Family Law
Seeking Visitation Rights as a Grandparent in Missouri
May 17th, 2023
Missouri family law protects children’s right to a stable and safe home, balanced with parents’ rights to custody and visitation. However, the law also recognizes that it can be in a child’s best interests to have an ongoing relationship wi…
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Categories: Custody and Visitation
Getting Divorced While Pregnant?
April 27th, 2023
Divorce can be an emotional and complex process. Getting divorced while pregnant can be even more challenging. There is much confusion surrounding the question of whether you can obtain a divorce during pregnancy. While either party can file for divo…
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Child Custody FAQs for LGBTQ+ Couples
April 17th, 2023
While there is no difference between a heterosexual divorce and a same-sex divorce, unique issues can arise when it comes to child custody matters for LGBTQ+ couples. For instance, you might be wondering who has custody rights if you started a family…
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Categories: Same Sex Couple Issues
Contested Versus Uncontested Divorce: What’s the Difference?
March 22nd, 2023
Ending a marriage can be difficult, but the legal process doesn’t always have to be. There are two basic types of divorce in Missouri: contested divorce and uncontested divorce. When a spouse files for divorce, they may be able to amicably resolve…
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Categories: Divorce
Parenting Tips — Before, During and After the Divorce
March 16th, 2023
Once you and your spouse have decided to part ways, co-parenting can become an extremely important issue. While you may no longer see eye to eye with your spouse, it’s essential to be able to put your differences aside for the benefit of your child…
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Understanding Missouri’s Custody Terms
February 22nd, 2023
What Do the Custody Terms Full Custody, Joint Custody, Sole, and Split Custody Mean? Child custody in Missouri is always based on what is in the best interests of the child. However, it’s important to understand that there are several different typ…
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Categories: Custody and Visitation
Missouri Court Holds Child Custody Sub-Issues Require a Best Interests Determination
February 13th, 2023
Although every parent wants what is best for their child, those who are divorced or separated may not always agree how their children should be raised. One particular area of contention can concern education and the school the child should attend. Tw…
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Categories: Custody and Visitation
Determining Child Custody in Divorce Cases Involving Domestic Violence
January 26th, 2023
Many people who have experienced domestic violence in their marriages fear that they will lose custody of their children to the abusive spouse. Although Missouri courts favor joint custody whenever possible, an exception may sometimes be made in case…
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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
