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Tips for Building a Parenting Plan in a St. Charles, MO Divorce

November 11, 2020

One of the most important considerations for any divorcing parent is their children’s care and custody after finalizing their divorce. Negotiating or litigating child custody and support is never easy. Many things can make this process even more challenging. A St. Charles, MO divorce attorney can provide specific legal advice. Still, it’s ultimately best for divorcing parents to be as cooperative and proactive as possible when it comes to determining the future for their children after divorce. A parenting plan is a detailed outline for the parents’ goals for their children. This plan can include the parents’ educational aspirations, lifestyle

What Are Post-Judgment Motions in Family Court?

October 14, 2020

Family law involves a wide range of legal matters, from divorce cases and adoptions to child custody negotiations and estate planning. Family law is unique because it allows parties bound by family court orders to revisit their orders in the future as their circumstances change. While most court cases end with ironclad decrees that cannot be changed, family court orders work differently. An experienced St. Charles, MO family law attorney can help you understand your options for filing post-judgment motions depending on your unique situation. A post-judgment motion can be the best option for ensuring your divorce agreement remains fair

6 Reasons to Aim for Divorce Mediation

September 9, 2020

Divorce litigation can be an incredibly expensive, stressful, and time-consuming process. Depending on the complexity of the divorce, property division questions, and child custody issues, some divorces can take years to finalize. When a couple decides to litigate their divorce, the process can take much longer than they initially expect and lead to much worse outcomes for both than anticipated. However, if they are willing to compromise on the terms of their divorce, it’s possible to avoid most, if not all, the litigation process. Collaborative divorce, or divorce mediation, is an alternate dispute resolution method for divorce cases that allows

The Legal Process of Obtaining Back Child Support

August 12, 2020

Unfortunately, not every parent who is legally obligated to pay child support fulfills this obligation. If you recently divorced in St. Charles, MO and received a child support order requiring your ex to pay you child support, it’s vital to carefully track the payments you receive to ensure they are paid on time and in full. When a parent fails to make a child support payment or refuses to pay legally owed child support for any reason, you need to have someone in your corner. The right attorney can explain your legal rights and the options in Missouri available for

Understanding Divorce Agreement Modifications

July 17, 2020

Family law is a unique branch of law in that it is possible to modify a decree, whereas this would be impossible in most other kinds of cases. The Missouri court system recognizes the fact that circumstances change over time, and the prevailing circumstances at the time of a divorce can change dramatically. If you have recently divorced in the St. Charles, MO area and there are aspects of your divorce decree that you believe deserve further consideration, an experienced family law attorney can help you determine if there is any potential for a post-judgment modification to your divorce agreement.

Headed for a high asset divorce?

June 25, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in High Asset Divorce on Thursday, June 25, 2020. Missouri couples may feel like they just cannot catch a break. Everyday stresses in a marriage can be compounded by common troubles like unemployment, infidelity or disagreements over finances. In cases of high asset divorce, a person will want to be extra cautious about protecting his or her money and property in the event of a split, but how can a person tell if a marriage is doomed? There are a few key indicators that a person may want to prepare for divorce. Lack of communication is one

Establish paternity before calculating child support

June 18, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Paternity/Child Support on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Preparing for a new baby comes with quite the to do list. Infants will need clothes, furniture, car seats and all sorts of special gadgets to make tasks like bathing and feeding safe and efficient. If the expectant parents are not married, there will probably be some discussion about establishing a Missouri child support order. Before this happens, it is a good idea to officially establish paternity. There are several ways to go about establishing paternity. Technology has seen major advances in recent years, and now a paternity test

Child custody a “weighted” issue?

June 11, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Thursday, June 11, 2020. As an unusual school year draws to a close, Missouri families are looking forward to summer vacation, and parents try to think of ways to keep kids entertained. Water activities, special treats or maybe even a trip might be on the horizon. No matter what’s on the schedule, parents should ensure that they make healthy choices for their kids and be aware that, sometimes, health issues can affect child custody. Family law attorneys see a wide variety of reasons listed when a parent files for a modification of child

Child custody: Should grandparents step in?

June 3, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Becoming a grandparent is an exciting adventure. After raising one’s own children, it’s only natural to enjoy watching the next generation play and learn, and for many children, a visit to a grandparent’s house is a special treat. Grandparents try not to overstep, allowing their grown children to raise their own kids as they see fit, but if a parent can’t take adequate care of a child, a grandparent may consider filing for child custody. Recently, a Missouri woman crashed her car. When police arrived, they administered a field

Protecting fathers’ rights protects children too

May 28, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Fathers’ Rights on Thursday, May 28, 2020. Becoming a parent can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes. There is a lot to know about raising a child, and expectant parents may not know where to turn. Across Missouri, in addition to pregnancy outreach programs for expectant mothers, special programs just for dads are available too. These programs can help new dads learn the ropes and become educated about fathers’ rights. According to the volunteers who provide these critical programs, many new dads are not aware of their rights as the biological father of a child. If a

Prenuptial agreement can prevent future marriage trouble

May 21, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Family Law on Thursday, May 21, 2020. Planning a wedding can be both stressful and exciting, and as the big day approaches, couples try to make sure everything is in order so that the ceremony can go off without a hitch. The ceremony is just the first step in what will hopefully be a long and happy marriage, and Missouri couples may want to do some preparation for the long haul. One way to prevent future marriage trouble is to have a prenuptial agreement in place before a couple says “I do.” Though recent trends suggest that

You may not want to delay high asset divorce

May 13, 2020

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in High Asset Divorce on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Missouri couples have faced unprecedented stress over the past several weeks. Schools, businesses, and even courts have been closed due to the state’s response to a global health crisis. For couples that were considering ending a marriage, unexpected circumstances like unemployment or other financial matters may have put divorce plans on the back burner as households entered survival mode. Experts predict a surge in divorces in the coming months, and for people going through a high asset divorce, it may make good sense to act sooner rather than

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