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June 29, 2020

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, about 36.4 percent of kids in Kansas are born to unmarried mothers. Never having been married to your child’s other parent can create some legal legwork if you plan to pursue child custody or visitation rights.

June 2, 2020

In 2018, there were 2.3 divorces per thousand residents of Kansas. Going through a divorce can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. The divorce will have ramifications on many aspects of your life, including your family, children, finances, and friends.

Sept. 24, 2019

To begin the process of divorce in Kansas or dissolution of marriage in Missouri, you must file a petition stating what relief you are seeking from the court, as well as the grounds to terminate the marriage. "Grounds for divorce" are the reasons you are asking the court to grant you a divorce….

Sept. 24, 2019

Division of property in a Kansas or Missouri divorce will be based on what the judge determines to be "fair and equitable".

Sept. 24, 2019

Before you make any decisions about how to divide assets in a divorce, you need to know whether they are marital or separate property. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney to be sure your rights are protected.

Sept. 24, 2019

All of the required factors must be taken into consideration when determining the division of assets/property in a Kansas divorce or Missouri dissolution of marriage. You need an experienced family law attorney to be sure your rights are protected.

Sept. 24, 2019

The payment of maintenance is often a very emotional issue. You need an experienced family law attorney to help you analyze whether or not maintenance is appropriate.

Sept. 24, 2019

Establishing paternity is the first step in establishing the legal rights of unmarried parents. To determine legal custody, parenting time and child support, a paternity action must be filed with the court. You should contact an experienced family law attorney to advise you about your legal rights and how to protect them.

Sept. 24, 2019

You need to be sure that you have reviewed your estate planning and beneficiary designations to remove your your ex-spouse and make additional changes that are appropriate given your change in circumstances. You need an experienced Kansas or Missouri estate planning attorney to assist in making a plan to meets your needs.