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7 Signs it’s Time to Consider a Divorce
Living in St. Louis, MO, is wonderful. There are so many things to do in the city, and with all of the local restaurants, stores, and attractions, it’s no wonder that people are flocking here every day. However, sometimes relationships can become difficult, even in this beautiful city. If you feel that it’s time to consider divorce or your marriage is already on the rocks, it’s essential to know some of the main signs that your marriage needs work. Here are some signs that might indicate it’s time for you and your spouse to give serious consideration to what would
Does a Child’s Mother Have an Advantage During Custody Battles?
Divorce is a difficult process overall. Deciding that your marriage is over and taking proper steps to legally separate can be extremely emotionally taxing. Unfortunately, the most emotionally difficult aspect of many divorces is the determination of child custody. Most divorcing parents do not want to hurt their children, and similarly want to continue to spend time with them. This often leads to impassioned arguments and battles in court over how the child’s custody should be arranged. There is a common misconception that a child’s mother has an advantage when it comes to custody agreements. This stems from a long
What Happens if Divorce Mediation Doesn’t Work in St. Louis, MO?
Many divorcing couples in the St. Louis, MO, area and throughout the United States choose alternative dispute resolution to settle their divorce cases instead of traditional divorce litigation. Alternative dispute resolution in divorce mediation saves time and money while keeping divorce proceedings private, allowing divorcing spouses to move through their cases with confidence and peace of mind while avoiding the typically high cost of legal fees that litigation imposes. Unfortunately, it is not always possible for divorcing couples to settle all aspects of their divorces through divorce mediation. In some situations, this is unavoidable. In others, the couple may be
How Do You Proceed When Your Ex Won’t Sign the Divorce Papers?
If you are facing a divorce in the St. Louis, MO area, chances are you are facing hurdles you never expected. The unique dynamics of your divorce situation likely involve difficulties you probably never even considered until now. In many cases, emotions are running high and patience is wearing thin with both parties involved, which can create even more complications. One of those circumstances may include a spouse who doesn’t want a divorce or simply refuses to sign the necessary documents in an effort to be hurtful. This may cause the divorce process to take longer than is necessary. However,
What Happens if Your Ex Doesn’t Abide by Child Support or Custody Agreements in St Louis?
In an ideal world, all divorced or separated parents would abide by child support and child custody agreements, as determined by the court. However, as all too many parents have come to realize, this is not always the case. Sometimes, an individual may refuse to follow child support or custody agreements, leading to a complicated and confusing situation for the other parent. How should you proceed if your child’s other parent is not making child support payments? How can the legal system help you get other party to abide by their agreements? What if your ex simply ignores visitation agreements?
Legal Vs. Physical Child Custody in St. Louis, MO
Child custody is one of the most contentious issues handled in the St. Louis, MO, family court system. When married parents divorce or unmarried parents decide not to live with each other anymore, they must go to court to decide custody of their children. Every parent needs to understand how custody works under Missouri state law. Specifically, it is vital to know the differences between legal and physical custody. What Is Legal Custody? “Legal custody” refers to the ability to make major decisions for a child. What qualifies as a “major decision” on a child’s behalf may differ for every



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