With an uncontested divorce, all aspects of the divorce must be uncontested; this includes child custody. When two people move forward with an uncontested divorce, they significantly reduce their emotional strain and financial burden. In addition, these move much more quickly and smoothly than typical divorce proceedings. However, if you are considering pursuing an uncontested … Read more
The court evaluates each case and must decide if the change in circumstance is long-term or likely to resolve itself. We plan for life, we make a road map, and we walk that path hoping for a smooth journey. However, as the old adage goes, “Man plans, and God laughs.” Despite all your best efforts, … Read more
If you are unaware of what protections are afforded to you, you could quickly sign away something valuable. Before walking down the aisle, before all the planning, budgeting, rehearsals, sampling platters, picking colors, and the vast ocean of efforts that are now commonplace for marriage, there was the engagement ring—that first promise of forever. Unfortunately, … Read more
A judge is not likely to be lenient simply because you chose to represent yourself. Everyone wants to save money. People shop around for cars, insurance, and loan rates. We even shop around for St. Louis family law attorneys. However, while the allure of saving money by representing yourself may seem attractive, it seriously hurt … Read more
The answer is the custodial parent but the definition of who is the custodial parent may vary between the courts and the IRS. No one likes paying taxes, but it is just one of those facts of life. The only plus side to tax season is the tax return. So, who gets to claim the … Read more
For your lawyer to successfully argue for supervision, you must prove that the other parent poses a severe threat to the safety of your child. It is usual for a parent to worry about their children. A lot can lead to worry: summer camp, their first day at school, and all the other myriad of … Read more