Multi-State Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Monday, August 8, 2016. Missouri residents who are considering getting a divorce should be aware of that much of the conventional wisdom offered about the process may not be true. It is important to know the facts in order to make informed decisions. One common misconception is that an attorney is not necessary to calculate child support. The truth is that determining the correct amount of child support can be complicated. Guidelines vary, and an attorney who practices family law may know certain exceptions a client may qualify for

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, August 3, 2016. While many Missouri couples have successful marriages, others often decide that getting a divorce is the right move. However, it can be difficult to determine what can potentially lead to a divorce. A study that utilized data from more than 6.300 couples found that women are generally able to do their thing while men who do not work full time outside of the home are more likely to become divorced. According to the study, couples who married before 1975 were more likely to remain married

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Thursday, July 28, 2016. What many Missouri couples who are about to get married and buy a house may not know is that lenders may take a prenuptial agreement into consideration if it includes details about the house the couple wants to buy. Bankers may also look at alimony payments if a couple is going through the divorce process. These documents can give bankers the overall picture of a couple’s financial situation. Prenuptial agreements can legally divide an estate up if a married couple decides to get a divorce

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. Many Missouri residents are aware that they can claim Social Security benefits based on their spouse’s earning records. However, they may not aware that they may be able to do so even if they have gotten divorced and are still single. The first requirement to claim benefits based on a former spouse’s income is that the marriage must have lasted at least 10 years. Those who are planning to get a divorce may want to wait until the 10-year mark has passed to be eligible

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. When Missouri couples are facing the end of their marriages, they need to go through a series of legal decisions. How they reach terms for property division, child custody and spousal support depends upon their personal needs and their ability to control their emotions during negotiations. An uncontested divorce and litigation represent the opposite ends of the spectrum of legal options. In an uncontested divorce, the spouses come to an agreement on the applicable issues. For this method to work, each party must stay focused