Our Family Law Firm Has a New Name! Today we are excited to announce our new firm name: Jones Family Law Group, LLC, formerly Raza & Jones, LLC. The name change is part of the recent evolution of our family law firm. Same High Quality Service Founding member Stephanie Jones and all the attorneys at…
For many people grieving the end of their marriage, intense feelings of abandonment, loneliness, betrayal and loss can persist for months, even years. Holidays and anniversaries often cause sorrow to resurface–it may feel as if there’s no end in sight to grief. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Being patient with yourself and…
U.S. News & World Report has awarded us top rankings for Family Law and Family Law Mediation on the publication’s annual “Best Law Firms” list. It is a tremendous honor for our firm to receive this important distinction. The 2022 accolade marks our sixth consecutive year on the list! The “Best Law Firms” award is…
The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) defines collaborative law practice as “…a voluntary dispute resolution process in which parties settle without resort to litigation.” The collaborative approach is used in family law to help people reduce the negative impacts of divorce on themselves and their families, especially children. Another benefit is saving money. Although…
When parents divorce, they must also help their children adjust to changes in family life. During and after divorce, however, anger and hurt can tempt even the most mindful parent to say things that are unhealthy for their child’s emotional well-being. Here are the three biggest mistakes to avoid–and how to heal any past transgressions.…
Major life changes, including divorce, often prompt people to return to school to gain marketable job skills, pursue a new or unfinished degree or certificate program, or explore a different career path. If that describes you, bravo! Additionally, navigating how to pay for college for your children after your divorce can be tricky. Either way,…
There is a trend in required or mandatory mediation for contested cases of custody and visitation in the St. Louis area. Some Courts already have mandatory mediation and nearly every Court suggests mediation as an option to resolving a contested case. Beginning September 1, 2021, divorcing parents who reside in St. Louis County must complete…
What if you want to get divorced but no longer know where your spouse lives? Sometimes couples separate for many years or someone leaves without notice, leaving you unable to serve them a copy of the divorce filing and Summons as required by law. Good news: As long as you are a Missouri resident, you…
In today’s red-hot real estate market, many separating couples have urgent questions about what to do with the house they share. Here are three frequently asked questions and what you need to know. Can one spouse move out mid-divorce proceedings? Either spouse may choose to leave a co-owned home without forfeiting their rights to it.…
When our favorite TV show couples break up, their stories often hit home. Perhaps we’ve lived through a similar situation, know someone who has–or simply can’t imagine. Often there’s a valuable insight or a cautionary tale. Whatever the reason, these 10 on-screen portrayals of separation and divorce have the power to stir insights and make…