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Having trouble following along when your attorney gives you an update? Confused by what the Judge had to say? You are not alone. Unfortunately, lawyers and Judges often speak and write using words that are unfamiliar and uncommon. Terms and words which may be commonplace in the legal world may need some extra explanation. Here
One of the many decisions addressed by a Parenting Plan when parents divorce is where the children will go to school. In Missouri, family courts assume children will attend public schools unless there is a particular or specific educational need of the child that the public schools cannot meet or unless the parents agree to
Once the decision is made to end a marriage, one big question you may have is who will move out, and how soon. But what if it’s necessary to continue living together for a while longer? Is that a crazy idea? Can you make it work? It’s not uncommon for divorcing spouses to continue cohabitating
When couples make the decision to divorce, they often agonize over telling their children. How long should you wait before breaking the news? What words should you use? How much should you explain or leave out, and how will you answer kids’ questions? All of these fears are understandable, says Ann Gold Buscho, PhD. She
Figuring out health insurance coverage for yourself can be tough, not to mention the responsibility of covering a spouse and/or dependents. The end of a marriage is one big reason people often want to cancel their spouse’s coverage. And with many insurance companies raising monthly premiums for spouses, partners and dependents, it may no longer
In divorce, details matter. Making sure the right forms are completed and filed can make all the difference between receiving the assets to which you’re entitled, and wondering what happened. If you’re divorcing or already divorced and/or receive child support, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) may be required to receive your share of the
Children of divorced parents typically divide their time between each parent’s home. “Nesting,” sometimes called birdnesting, represents a fairly new approach to co-parenting. The child remains in one home (the family “nest”), and the parents take turns rotating in and out of the home. Would nesting work for you? Nesting requires an enormous amount of
Married couples who have a high net worth (defined by Investopedia as $5 million or more) have additional hurdles when they begin divorce proceedings. Below are some ways that a dissolution of marriage involving millions of dollars differs from most divorces: Greater complexity It is no simple task to identify and appraise the value of
You don’t hear much about it on TV legal dramas, but a Mandatory Document Exchange is a key step in a divorce case. It is part of the process of Discovery that we discussed in last week’s blog, and some courts, including St. Louis County and St. Charles County, require it in all divorces. As
The process of discovery is a vital step in litigation. The American Bar Association describes discovery as “a formal process of exchanging information between the parties” regarding the evidence and witnesses each plans to present at trial. According to the ABA: “Discovery enables the parties to know before the trial begins what evidence may be
Following separation and divorce, parents are expected to share the cost of raising their child or children. It is common for the parent who earns more to make child support payments to the other parent, even if parents share equal custody time. In Missouri, the obligation to pay child support typically ends when the child
In an ideal world, you and your ex work in sync to raise the child or children you share. You divide and conquer responsibilities and find solutions in a mutually supportive way. Despite the divorce, communication is cordial and arguments rare. And then there’s reality. For some former couples, co-parenting means raising children despite a
At Jones Family Law Group, LLC, we strive to keep our clients informed every step of the way. That includes discussing money matters, courtroom procedures, and even dating! In addition to confidential legal representation, we post weekly articles with useful tips to help clients and others navigate the unknown road ahead. Here are some
Divorce can be disruptive for all family members, and that includes the pets. Figuring out who will keep the dog, cat and other animals can make for some extra planning and difficult decisions. What does the law say about who gets the pets? In Missouri, the family pet is considered marital property, the same as
Children of divorced parents typically divide their time between each parent’s home. “Nesting,” sometimes called birdnesting, represents a fairly new approach to co-parenting. The child remains in one home (the family “nest”), and the parents take turns rotating in and out of the home. Would nesting work for you? Nesting requires an enormous amount of
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