Divorce is complicated enough, to begin with, but things become even more challenging when a couple has children – especially younger ones that likely don’t understand what’s happening. When a couple gets married, they picture having a family and a life together until they grow old. However, sometimes, couples grow apart, want different things, and … Read more
With mediation, the mediator empowers their clients to make their own decisions. With collaboration, the lawyers give advice and advise the parties on what to do. Regarding family law in Missouri, there are two ways to settle disputes – mediation and collaborative divorce. Both have unique benefits, but what is the difference between them, and … Read more
Questions concerning homeownership, whether the division of assets in a sale or who gets to keep the home, are challenging and often fraught with emotion. Going through a divorce is a complicated process for various reasons. If you need to sell your home during your divorce, this may complicate things even further. Questions concerning homeownership, … Read more
To request a modification order, you’re required to show that there has been a substantial change in your circumstances since the order was entered. When you went through your divorce, the court likely issued multiple orders concerning things such as alimony, child support, or child custody. However, you may need to request a modification order … Read more
In our experience dealing with shared custody matters, we have found that the best solutions for the child come from child custody mediation. If you have children and are going through a divorce, you likely want to do whatever you can to maintain your children’s mental health and well-being. One of the best ways to … Read more
The stress causes some to take actions that complicate and prolong their divorce proceedings, making their situation even more challenging. Going through a divorce is often emotionally and mentally draining. The stress causes some to take actions that complicate and prolong their divorce proceedings, making their situation even more challenging. At The Betz Law Firm, … Read more