If you and your spouse have agreed to separate, then you need the help and legal advice of an experienced attorney to make sure you get through this process successfully. Divorce means different things for different people. For some, it’s their worst nightmare come to life and the start of a painful process. But for … Read more
If you disagree with a court order, make sure you hire a good St. Louis divorce lawyer experienced in the economics of divorce to ensure a good outcome for you. The division of assets is one of the most delicate parts of a divorce. Unfortunately, it often leads to more conflict between the separated spouses, … Read more
Anger, frustration, pain, betrayal, all of these are normal and understandable feelings to experience during a divorce. But it is important to pick an appropriate time and place. Robert Emery posted an article on Psychology Today discussing the consequences of speaking ill about your former spouse in front of your children. In previous articles, we … Read more
If you absolutely need the child to testify, there are ways to get their testimony without them being on the witness stand with all eyes on them, facing both parents and all attorneys and staff. One of the most delicate and stressful parts of a divorce is not always the division of assets or separating … Read more
What happens when a couple decides they need to divorce, but they already live in two separate countries? In today’s social environment, it is not uncommon for people to easily move abroad and start a new life in a different country. Working, traveling, and studying abroad have become easier in today’s culture, so it is … Read more
While it is left to the court’s discretion to determine whether monetary gifts should be entered as monthly income, there must be regularity in the receipt of said gifts. There are many factors a court considers when setting child support and maintenance (commonly referred to as alimony). Both parents’ income, childcare expenses, home expenses, and … Read more