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Creating LGBTQ-Friendly Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know

September 11th, 2024
Posted By
Mark A. Wortman
Prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the rich and famous — they’re for anyone who wishes to protect their assets and outline financial expectations. While the laws governing LGBTQ+ marriage are the same as those for heterosexual couples, these… Read More
Categories: LGBTQ+ Family Law, Pre-Nuptial Agreements
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Second Parent Adoptions: What Missouri Same-Sex Parents Need to Know

July 24th, 2024
Posted By
Mark A. Wortman
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
Categories: Adoption and Guardianship, LGBTQ+ Family Law
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LGBTQ+ Family Law: Unique Issues Faced During Divorce

December 20th, 2023
Posted By
Mark A. Wortman
Ending a marriage is never an easy process — and there can be even more legal challenges in an LGBTQ+ divorce. If you are in a same-sex marriage, you might face distinct issues related to custody rights, child support, alimony, and property divisio… Read More
Categories: LGBTQ+ Family Law