After your divorce, you can go back to your previous name or go by a different name. However, that does not make the name you choose your legal name. We can help! You are not required to change your name after getting divorced. However, if you choose to change your name, Missouri law allows you … Read more
By legally changing your name, you will no longer be required to use your “dead name” when signing contracts or other legal documents. In previous articles, we discussed the process of getting a name change. However, we did not touch on the why. It is for many to return to their maiden name after a … Read more
Missouri family law provides a few avenues for adopting a step-child. It is not uncommon after a divorce to remarry. Many times, this can lead to a strong relationship between step-child and step-parent. In fact, sometimes you and your step-child may wish to formalize the relationship through adoption. As with all custody matters, it is … Read more
For some, reverting back to their last name prior to marriage provides psychological and social closure. For many, divorce is an end. It is an end to a marriage union, a home, and a lifestyle. It is it also a new beginning. It means reinventing ourselves, finding new hobbies, creating a new life. Part of … Read more