Joint legal custody in Missouri does not end when a decree is signed. This means that both parents have an ongoing legal responsibility to work together on decisions regarding their child’s education, medical care and activities, for as long as the child is a minor. If one parent enrols a child in a new school…
If your current custody order is no longer working, you may be able to ask the court to change it. Life changes, and sometimes custody arrangements need to change, too. A Missouri child custody lawyer can help you understand when and how to request a modification. When Can I Ask to Change Custody? In Missouri,…
Child support is critical in ensuring that a child is getting the financial support they deserve, no matter the relationship status of the parents. Child support laws differ from state to state and can be confusing to understand since no two cases are the same. In this blog, we will go over some of the…
Child support laws are designed to ensure that children receive financial support from both parents, even if they are no longer together. The amount of child support is typically determined based on the income of both parents and the needs of the child. Understanding how to modify child support payments in Missouri is crucial for…
As children age, their needs change. Their extracurricular activities modify your schedule and demand more time. Their interests and costs may also increase, meaning you need to change your child custody or support orders to help accommodate for these changes. Missouri law permits a parent to seek modification of child custody and support orders when…
Child custody is one of the most important and often contentious parts of a Missouri divorce. Child custody laws are governed by Missouri Statutes 452.375 and its related sections. Child custody petitions and decisions must conform to these requirements. Navigating these complexities on your own can be tricky, but the right legal assistance can protect…
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