Kansas City Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Embarking on the process of getting divorced can no doubt be overwhelming. This is especially the case for people who have an extensive number of assets in Missouri. However, a few tips may help people who are starting this family law process to achieve the best results possible in their situations. First, it is crucial that divorcing individuals complete inventories of their family assets as soon as possible. This process includes creating detailed asset lists that specify the assets’ estimated values and approximate acquisition dates.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Getting a divorce can no doubt be complex from a financial standpoint. Unfortunately, it is easy for divorcing individuals in Missouri to get so wrapped up in specific financial divorce issues that they neglect other ones that are just as important. One financial issue that is frequently overlooked during such family law proceedings is how to address life insurance. As people embark on the process of divorce, they may want to think about what drove them to buy life insurance months or years ago.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Friday, March 27, 2020. Nothing about the process of divorce is easy. In fact, this type of family law proceeding can be incredibly confusing and emotionally overwhelming. However, making some moves early on in the divorce process may make navigating it easier for individuals in Missouri. Before moving forward with divorce, individuals who are seeking marital breakups may want to establish emergency funds for themselves. These funds do not necessarily have to be large. Even a small fund may make a divorcing individual feel empowered to set off

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Missouri residents and others who are going through a divorce are encouraged to retain the services of a financial planner. While a financial adviser can’t help with the emotional pain the end of a marriage could cause, he or she may be able to help resolve the matter in a reasonable and timely manner. This person might be able to work with both parties to the divorce to minimize conflict and reduce the overall cost of the proceeding. In the beginning of a divorce

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Monday, February 24, 2020. High-asset couples in Missouri who are going through a divorce may have to resolve complex issues regarding property division. This is the case for a prominent art collecting couple in New York. After a court appearance on Feb. 13, the judge told them they were too far apart on the issues they needed to resolve and scheduled a new hearing for April 2. According to some sources, the woman wants custody of the couple’s two children, but the man will not discuss custody until

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Friday, February 14, 2020. Missouri residents who have gone through a divorce may have lower credit scores and higher levels of debt. According to research from Debt.com and MoneyWise.com, divorce can cost a person $5,000 or more. The price tag includes attorney fees, court expenses and costs related to splitting property after the marriage officially ends. Someone who chooses to end their marriage may also be responsible for a portion of any joint debts accrued while with their ex-spouse. Credit scores can drop by 50 points or more