Divorce is one of the most emotional experiences a person can go through, no matter which spouse initiated it or if it was mutually agreed upon. Given the intense feelings people tend to have at this time, it is easy to make a mistake during this complex legal...
Family Law
Top 5 Benefits of Hiring a Family Law Attorney
A family law dispute will feel close-to-the-heart by its nature. However,it important to remember that they are legal processes at their core. Approaching a legal dispute without the help of an experienced attorney can cause the situation can cause you to make...
Why Should Adults and Children Legally Change Their Names?
Legally changing your name, or the name of your child, can provide many practical benefits, and people seek to change their names for several reasons. The state of Missouri allows adults and minors to change their names by filing a joint petition with the proper...
What Is the Role of a Guardian ad Litem?
A guardian ad litem (GAL) is a lawyer chosen by a court in a paternity, divorce, custody modification, or child protective case. Missouri requires GALs to be appointed in cases where abuse or neglect is being alleged, but can appoint GAL in any custody case where they...