Legal Articles, Divorce & Family Law

Divorce vs Separation: What’s the Difference?

Divorce legally ends a marriage, allowing remarriage, while separation involves living apart without dissolving the marriage. Divorce involves asset division and legal ramifications, unlike informal separations. Reconciliation is easier after separation than divorce.

Texas Divorce Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the pathways of Texas divorce with our comprehensive guide, designed to illuminate the legal requirements, property division, and child custody intricacies with a dash of Texan spirit and empathy. Navigate through this challenging chapter with knowledge, support, and a friendly guide to light your way to new beginnings. #TexasDivorce #NavigatingDivorce #NewBeginnings #LoneStarLegalGuide

How to File for Divorce in Missouri

This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to file for divorce in Missouri, a "no-fault" state. Steps include filing a petition, notifying the other spouse, financial disclosures, and either reaching a settlement or going to trial.

Understanding Open Enrollment For Gestational Surrogacy

Gestational surrogacy is, to say the least, a complex legal and ethical landscape to navigate, for intended parents and surrogates alike. That complex landscape is made even more so with the rapidly approaching Open Enrollment period, which runs from November to December. Open Enrollment is a period during which individuals can select or modify their health insurance plans. It presents both opportunities and challenges for those engaged in the surrogacy process and this article will delve into how Open Enrollment impacts gestational surrogacy arrangements.

Navigating Divorce in St. Louis: How a Family Law Attorney Can Help

A St. Louis Family Law Attorney guides you through emotional challenges and legal complexities of divorce, offering legal experience and emotional support.

3 Reasons to Consider Getting a Prenuptial Agreement

Here are four reasons you may want to consider a prenuptial agreement: To Protect Generational Wealth and Your Estate, To Protect Yourself From Your Partner's Debts, and to Reduce Financial Drama.

Why You Should Avoid DIY Divorce

Divorce is complex. Hiring a divorce attorney is crucial to avoid mistakes, interpret the law, protect your interests, and save costs.

What Are the Top 5 Reasons for Divorce?

The top five reasons for divorce in Missouri include extra-marital affairs, incompatibility, miscommunication, financial issues, and constant arguments. This article highlights how divorce can be a painful and trying time for couples and how to find help navigating the process.

6 Common Terms Used During a Divorce

This article provides an overview of the key legal terms and phrases associated with divorce, including alternative dispute resolution, nonmarital property, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, alimony, and decrees. By understanding these terms, individuals going through a divorce can make informed decisions and ensure their rights and interests are protected.

Maryland Military Divorce Overview

When a military family goes through a divorce, unique issues come up.  Understanding the complex issues in a military divorce will lead to better decisions and fairer outcomes. This article highlights some of the most common issues. Remember, a military divorce is not exactly like other divorces; it involves additional legal issues.

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