Married couples in Missouri tend to accumulate quite a bit of marital property over the years. While this might not seem like that big of a deal, it can be difficult to wade through marital assets during a divorce. There are a few things divorcing couples should keep...

It is not uncommon for divorcing couples to fight over things like the family house, property and child custody when a marriage breaks down. Missouri couples are increasingly bringing another issue to the table during divorce -- pets. While animals might not have been...

In 2019, the overall American divorce rate hit a half-century low. There is one exception to the decline though -- gray divorce. Gray divorce refers to divorce among those who are over the age of 50, which is on the rise for its own unique reasons. Missouri couples...

Most people in Missouri do not treat the decision to end a marriage lightly. There are so many factors to consider, including whether divorce is the most financially responsible decision or how it will impact children. Fathers in particular might struggle with what to...

A divorce will have significant impacts on every member of the family, especially the children. Missouri parents are understandably concerned with the interests of their kids, but what this means exactly can differ from person to person. For example, what you think is...

No matter how long a couple has been married, they will have to divide their marital assets during divorce. However, people in Missouri often forget that joint property is about more than what they own -- it also includes what they owe. Marital debt can be a...

Your children will feel the effects of your divorce, even if you and the other parent agree to be amicable and work together. One of your main goals is to ensure they do not experience any undue effects, such as mental or emotional trauma, that could arise during this...

Ending a marriage is stressful, especially if one is close to retirement and worried about money. Some people may not even be sure whether they will still qualify for Social Security benefits after divorce. The good news is that many people can still count on these...

Divorce is difficult for every member of a Missouri family, but it can be especially challenging if you and the other parent are at odds over child custody. As a father, you may already know you will have to fight for equal custody of your children, even if your...

When you go through a divorce, you may be most concerned with making sure your children do not suffer any unnecessary adverse effects during and after this process. One way you can do this is by seeking a fair and reasonable custody order that allows your kids to...