The Betz Law Firm 
Our firm’s goal is to assist couples in need to navigate their way through these important, life-changing events. Spousal support, or alimony, is a tricky component of divorce. Different states in the US have different guidelines and laws for determining alimony. For example, in some states, maintenance periods can be permanent (life-long), some have a … Read more
Missouri is a modified no-fault divorce state. But what does that mean? Basically, it means that the divorcing party does not have to prove that their spouse committed some kind of misconduct, such as adultery or abandonment, for the court to grant the divorce. All that has to be proven, with regards to grounds, is … Read more
A family law attorney should be someone you can trust to help you through some of the most difficult times in your life. Going through a divorce is definitely one of the most stressful periods of anyone’s life. Yet, finding the right St Louis divorce lawyer to help out is one way of making this … Read more
In Missouri, there are specific steps that you need to take when you are entering a petition for divorce. In a perfect world when you say “I do” it is forever. Since there is no such thing as a perfect world, however, many people decide, at some point, that they don’t. Getting divorced is never … Read more
Emotions run very high during these difficult times, especially when there are children to consider. Being served divorce papers can be a stressful time. It is important not to panic and try not to let your emotions take over. Keep a calm head. The first thing to do is to find a St Louis divorce … Read more
We can help guide you through the complexities of dividing retirement and pension benefits in your divorce. When a couple seeks a divorce, the Missouri law divides all marital property and finances. Real estate, personal property, and finances, including pension and retirement benefits are all divided by the Missouri court on the basis of equitable … Read more