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Is It Possible to Modify a Divorce Settlement Agreement?

March 11, 2020March 10, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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Life has a way of throwing us curveballs. Maybe you twisted your ankle before a big run, you had an important work event cause you to cancel vacation plans, or weather drove you back indoors instead of that camping trip. In all these instances forces outside of your control directed you to change plans and … Read more

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A Brief Guide to Custody Options: the 50/50 Schedule

March 11, 2020March 4, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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One of the most difficult decisions a parent has to make during a divorce is setting a schedule for seeing and spending time with their child. A few years back, a law went into effect with the purpose of encouraging judges to award equal custody time (50/50 custody.) However, some judges are hesitant, claiming that … Read more

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Do I Still Need a Divorce Lawyer If We Are in Agreement?

March 11, 2020March 2, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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Sometimes couples going through a divorce don’t have a lot of disagreements between them. If you are one of them, then you might think that it’s not necessary to speak with a St. Louis divorce attorney. However, being represented by a lawyer should not only be reserved for difficult cases but should be a legal … Read more

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4 Ways Divorce Can Affect Your Estate Planning

February 18, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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One of the many ways a divorce will impact your life is forcing you to change your estate plan. Because your divorce will change your living arrangements and family structure, you must plan for the future accordingly. That means making changes to how you wish that your estate is handled in case you pass away. … Read more

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Can a Father Get Custody If He Wasn’t Part of the Kids’ Life for a Long Time?

July 26, 2024February 14, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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Custody battles are never easy. The prospects of divorce are tough on their own, but when children are involved it can make everything that much harder, both from an emotional and legal point of view. In Missouri, the general idea that guides the custody process is that any decision made must be in the best … Read more

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My Spouse Doesn’t Want a Divorce – What Are My Options?

February 14, 2020February 5, 2020 by The Betz Law Firm
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Many divorces occur because both spouses agree that the marriage is irreparable, but most of them end up in a long fight over assets, custody or other arrangements. You may have heard of some cases when a spouse filed for divorce and their partner simply refused to accept. You may be wondering: what happens? Getting … Read more

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