by paullawblog | Jul 24, 2016 | Family Law
A common question is whether child custody exchanges can be arranged at a neutral location. Pursuant to RSMo. 452.404, child custody exchanges can be arranged at a neutral location. Missouri law states that “[t]o ensure compliance with the parenting plans or...
by paullawblog | Jul 10, 2016 | Family Law
A common question is “what are a non-custodial parent’s rights to a child’s school records?” Pursuant to RSMo. 452.376, a non-custodial parent is normally entitled to a child’s school records. Missouri law states that “[u]nless a...
by paullawblog | Jun 19, 2016 | Family Law
A common question is whether a spouse can cancel insurance during a divorce. The answer is no. Pursuant to RSMo. 452.317, a spouse cannot cancel insurance during a divorce. Missouri law states that “[f]rom the date of filing of the petition for dissolution of...
by paullawblog | Jun 12, 2016 | Family Law
Maintenance, sometimes called alimony or spousal support, is financial support paid by one ex-spouse to the other ex-spouse. In Missouri, RSMo. 452.335 establishes the requirements for a maintenance order. In order to award maintenance, a court must find that the...
by paullawblog | Jun 5, 2016 | Family Law
A common question is “how does remarriage affects maintenance and child support?” Pursuant to RSMo. 452.075, remarriage typically ends maintenance, but not child support. Missouri law states that “[w]hen a divorce has been granted, and the court has...
by paullawblog | Nov 15, 2015 | Family Law
Life changes. There are many reasons why an individual might want to modify an existing order of child custody or child support. Common reasons for modification include changes in employment, which may present changes to both income and residence, as well as events...
