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Why Do I Need to Plan My Estate in Advance in Missouri?
Advanced estate planning in Missouri aims to protect and distribute your life’s hard-earned assets according to your preferences. By drafting a proper will, trust, or other estate planning document, you can…
Gray Divorce in Missouri: Ultimate Guide to Divorce Over 50
“Gray divorce” is an informal term for divorce at an older age, typically past 50. Ending a marriage at this age has its own particular bearing on older adults.
How do I avoid probate in Missouri
Probate refers to the procedure through which the belongings of a deceased person are allocated among living individuals and entities. In cases where the deceased person has a legally recognized will, the purpose of probate is to ensure that the directions outlined in the will are executed accurately.
Ultimate Guide to Trusts in Missouri
In estate planning, a trust can be immensely useful if you wish to specify how your estate should be managed without the involvement of the probate court. Here’s what you need to know about trusts, whether you need one, and how to set it up in Missouri.
Does moving out affect divorce in Missouri?
Before you decide to move out, know that there are consequences involved, from child custody to property division. While you may feel an urgent need to leave, particularly if your safety is at risk, you should also be aware of the potential consequences if you leave prematurely.
Does 50-50 Custody Reduce Child Support in Missouri?
When child custody is shared 50-50 in Missouri, it may affect the resulting child support amount but it does not automatically cancel child support obligations. The Family Court considers many other factors besides parenting time all aimed at the child’s best interests
What is the divorce rate in Missouri?
Missouri’s divorce rate as of 2021 is roughly 3.7 per 1,000 people, based on National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data, which shows the divorce rate in the state from 1990 to 2021. This ratio marginally exceeds the national average of 2.9 per 1,000 inhabitants.
How are assets divided in a divorce in Missouri?
In a Missouri divorce, all marital assets are subject to equitable division. The court will try to distribute marital assets equitably and fairly. This does not mean, however, that the property will be divided equally.
What are the requirements to adopt a child in Missouri?
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideYou are eligible to apply to adopt a child in Missouri if you are at least 21 years old and willing to fulfill adoption requirements that include training, background checks, health exams,...
How do you get a restraining order against someone in Missouri?
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideGetting a restraining order against someone in Missouri is done by filing the right paperwork with your local court. This paperwork can be filed for free in a courthouse in the county...
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