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Divorce arbitration as an alternative to litigation

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Thursday, August 24, 2017. When many Missouri couples think about divorce, they often think about handling it through litigation. This can be an expensive and difficult way to end a marriage due to the fact that it pits former couples against each other when arguing their views on property division and other divorce legal issues in front of a judge. However, there are alternatives, such as divorce arbitration. Divorce arbitration is similar to litigation in that it is still structured and usually involves family law attorneys. Unlike litigation,

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When mediation will not work for a divorcing couple

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Tuesday, August 15, 2017. For some Missouri couples whose marriages are coming to an end, getting a divorce through mediation instead of battling the case out in court is appealing. For example, mediation is usually more affordable than litigation and it allows the couple to work together to reach an agreement instead of putting the ultimate decision in the hands of the judge. However, mediation is not for everyone, especially if the couple has a violent history. When going through the mediation process, both individuals have to be

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Why prenuptial agreements might be a good idea

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Friday, August 11, 2017. In Missouri, it is not uncommon for people who are preparing to get married to be asked by their fiancés to sign prenuptial agreements. While this may be viewed as unseemly by some, prenuptial agreements may be important and help the marriages to be stronger. People who marry enter into contracts with each other, and protecting the rights of both of the contracting parties is smart. Prenuptial agreements can help the parties to protect their individual interests while also clearly outlining the rights and

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Reporting domestic violence in the military

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Domestic Violence on Friday, August 4, 2017. Missouri residents who are in relationships with military service members and who are suffering from domestic violence may choose to report the abuse to either the military system or the civilian court system. The military handles these types of reports differently than the state courts do and has several options available to it. State courts deal with domestic abuse according to the state’s laws. In the military, the commanding officer may use his or her full discretion in determining the most appropriate way to

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Health insurance battle leads to delayed divorce plans

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Monday, July 31, 2017. Many Missouri residents likely remember what the health care industry was like prior to the introduction of the Affordable Care Act. Those who were not married or otherwise part of an employer plan often faced high premiums and the possibility of being denied coverage for having a pre-existing condition. Republicans in Congress are looking at ways to repeal the ACA and replace it with a new plan. However, various versions of the bill will likely allow insurance companies to offer plans that provide less

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The difference between legal separation and divorce

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Legal Separation on Thursday, July 20, 2017. While some Missouri spouses might be ready to end their marriages, others may just want to spend time away from their partners. In cases when divorce may seem like a step too far, couples can file for legal separation instead. A divorce effectively ends a marriage. With a legal separation, however, spouses are still married but live apart. Similar to what happens in a divorce, a court order details the duties and rights of each spouse. The court may make determinations about child custody

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Stange Law Firm - Missouri

Missouri Family Law Offices located in:

Saint Louis County: Clayton, MO
West County: Ellisville, MO
Jackson County: Lee’s Summit, MO
Jefferson County: Arnold, MO
St. Charles County: St. Charles, MO
Franklin County: St. Union, MO
Lincoln County: Troy, MO
Boone County: Columbia, MO
Greene County: Springfield, MO
St. Louis City: St. Louis, MO
Jackson County: Kansas City, MO

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Oklahoma family law offices located in:

Tulsa County: Tulsa, OK
Oklahoma County: Oklahoma City, OK

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Illinois family law offices located in:

St. Clair County: Belleville, IL
Madison County: Maryville, IL
Sangamon County: Springfield, IL
McLean County: Bloomington, IL
Monroe County: Waterloo, IL

Stange Law Firm - Kansas

Kansas family law offices located in:

Johnson County: Overland Park, KS
Sedgwick County: Wichita, KS
Shawnee County: Topeka, KS