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Online dating can lead to lower divorce rates

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, October 27, 2017. Many people in Missouri search for love through online dating. There are many sites to choose from, but whether a person is looking on Tinder, OKCupid, EHarmony or Match, online dating can actually be a path to a higher level of satisfaction and longevity for a resulting marriage. As access to the internet has become a constant part of daily life with the use of smartphones and tablets, online dating options have proliferated. There are various niche sites as well as massive apps that attract

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Issues in gray divorces

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in family law on Friday, October 20, 2017. In Missouri divorce cases involving older people, there may be multiple issues that must be dealt with. People may have spent years accumulating money in their retirement accounts, but the accounts will have to be divided with their spouses. When people are nearing retirement age and plan to divorce, they may have more difficulty when they retire because of dividing their retirement accounts with their spouses. If they have been married for more than 10 years and divorce, they may claim Social Security spousal

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When divorce becomes necessary

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, October 13, 2017. Missouri couples are usually committed to their marriages and making them work, particularly if they have children. However, there are situations in which divorce may be necessary for the safety and well-being of the entire family. The difficulty for many spouses is determining the point at which ending the marriage is the most responsible option. One suggestion is trying to look at the marriage from a third-party perspective. For example, a spouse who is considering divorce may think about what he or she would tell

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Preparing a prenuptial agreement

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, October 6, 2017. Missouri couples who get married do so with the idea that it will be forever. However, a significant number of marriages end in divorce, which can severely change each person’s life plan. One way to prepare for the possibility of a divorce is by drafting and signing a prenuptial agreement before the wedding. The agreement should be prepared and signed well in advance of the wedding so as to preclude a later challenge by one of the parties claiming coercion. Generally, they must be written

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Pitfalls in property division during divorce

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Missouri couples who are getting a divorce will need to divide shared property, but there are common errors many make at this stage. For example, a person might decide to keep the home while the other person keeps an asset that has an equal value such as a brokerage or checking account. However, the upkeep of the house is likely to be much more costly than maintaining a more liquid asset. Furthermore, a person might even find that it is not possible to maintain the

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Deescalating a tough divorce

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in family law on Friday, September 22, 2017. While some divorces are relatively quick and painless, others can be drawn out and brutal. When a toxic ex makes separation complicated, there are things that a Missouri divorcee can do to make the process easier. People who are narcissists or have high-conflict personalities could use a divorce to make drama. They might hide marital assets, use intimidation tactics, pick pointless fights and drag out the dissolution process. It is important for the other person to stay level-headed and not take the bait when

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