Our experienced attorneys are here to help you navigate the decisions involving property division, child custody, and spousal support. Property division can be a significant issue of contention for couples seeking a divorce. The process can get even more complex and messy if you have been married for long. Therefore, it is essential to familiarize … Read more
Significant changes in a parent’s lifestyle and child’s welfare can happen after the ruling, necessitating a child custody modification. Generally, a Missouri judge will make a child custody ruling based on the child’s best interest. However, significant changes in a parent’s lifestyle and child’s welfare can happen after the ruling, necessitating a child custody modification. … Read more
A qualified divorce attorney will regularly communicate with you, empathize with you and give your case the attention and seriousness it deserves. Being in the middle of a divorce can be a stressful and emotional experience. But things can get even more complicated and confusing if you’re dissatisfied with your attorney. If this happens, you’ll … Read more
Our family law attorneys at The Betz Law Firm can help you file an emancipation petition and build a strong case. At what age is someone officially considered an independent adult in Missouri? If you ask Missourians this question, most will likely say 18. But did you know Missouri minors don’t have to wait until … Read more
The legal process can be more complicated than you think, and it is essential to change your name correctly to ensure the government recognizes your new official identity. There are various reasons for a person to want or need to change their name: post-divorce name change, new surname, transgender changes, or want a new identity. … Read more
Regardless of the weight of emotion, pressure, or what’s at stake, here are a few of the things you should never do during a divorce. Most divorces are messy and complicated. You may feel stressed and emotionally exhausted, but that is not a reason to throw caution to the wind. The things you do and … Read more