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

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Thursday, February 9, 2017. During a divorce, addressing issues related to children can be difficult. Making decisions regarding embryos that were created by in-vitro fertilization is one of the more unique ones that some estranged Missouri couples may have to resolve. The parents are generally required to sign documents at the beginning of their IVF journey regarding the preservation of their embryos. However, these agreements do not provide much details about what would happen to the embryos should the relationship of the parents change, other than providing the options

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Thursday, February 2, 2017. Divorcing couples in Missouri who don’t plan for their separation can make many costly mistakes. In order to make the best choices about their homes, it is important that separating spouses think objectively and make decisions based on logic rather than emotions. When divorcing, individuals generally have just a few housing options, each of which has certain financial implications. They can decide to retain ownership, the house can be sold and the proceeds be divided or one spouse’s ownership can be purchased by the other

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. Missouri residents may have heard of a qualified domestic relations order. A QDRO is what allows assets in certain retirement plans to be transferred without penalty. However, companies such as Vanguard or Fidelity may charge a QDRO fee of up to $1,200 or more. This is in addition to any fees that a lawyer may charge to prepare and process the order. These fees have been described by some as a way for plan sponsors to enhance their profit margins. While some think that these

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Regardless of their marital status, Missouri parents both have the right to care for their child and in most cases make certain decisions regarding their child’s health care, education and religion. However, there are certain instances when a court may take away these rights. One reason a court may terminate a person’s parental rights if there is evidence of abuse. This includes sexual or chronic abuse and neglect. If the parent abandons the child or suffers from a long-term mental illness that prevents the provision

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. It may interest Missouri residents to learn that the number of divorce filings increases in January. According to one attorney, the spike in divorce filings often raises by as much as 25 to 30 percent. Some of the reasons can include the additional stress caused by the holidays. With that being said, this is also the time of year when individuals looking to file for divorce can easily make mistakes. It is recommended that those looking to get a divorce should avoid filing out of