Victims of domestic violence do not have to suffer alone. Missouri courts offer protection from acts, attempts, or threats of abuse and stalking. Under the Missouri Domestic Violence Act, victims of domestic abuse can petition for a protection order.
How courts can protect you from domestic abuse
Is a do-it-yourself divorce in Missouri a good idea?
We live in an era of increasing complexity. Matters that our parents and grandparents once may have taken for granted as being something they could do on their own, now, often because of their technology or because of government regulations, require someone who is technically or professionally trained to perform.
When does a parent’s child support obligation end in Missouri?
The law pertaining to termination of child support can be complex in its application. This post is an overview of the topic, but it is not offered as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Legal advice should only be obtained from a family law attorney.
What is a parenting plan as it relates to child custody?
Missouri laws pertaining to child custody and visitation rights have evolved over the years to recognize that more is involved in these cases than just deciding where a child will live and how many times a month the noncustodial parent will visit with him or her. The fact that a child's parents have made a decision to end their relationship does not mean that either of them should have more or less rights and responsibilities in raising the child than should the other.
Fathers' rights: how we can help
Many people believe that fathers do not get a fair shake in court. A common perception is that courts favor mothers over fathers. In the past, this was often true. Fathers were viewed as being the primary breadwinners, rather than the primary caretakers of the children. Consequently, fathers were not always provided with the child custody arrangements they wanted and deserved. Fortunately, family courts in Missouri and Illinois have come a long way in recognizing fathers' rights. Today's court system strongly favors having both parents involved in a child's life.
