Belleville & Edwardsville Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Monday, January 6, 2020. When parents in Missouri think about the kind of records they need to gather to prepare for a divorce, a calendar is probably not even on the list. However, a calendar can provide valuable information for parents who need to reconstruct a schedule and list of expenses associated with their children. Deep into the stressful process of divorce, it can be difficult for parents to accurately answer questions about expenses, and a calendar can help. One thing the calendar can do is jog a

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Monday, September 30, 2019. Missouri parents can generally learn how to work together to raise their children after their marriage ends. There are many signs that indicate that a parenting plan is working well such as the presence of clear boundaries. In other words, parents understand that they can’t control what their former spouse does. Instead, they will focus on teaching a child to work through adversity or how to solve problems in a positive manner. Those who are raising children with a former spouse will ideally have

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Family law judges in Missouri and around the country place the welfare of any children involved above all other considerations in a divorce situation, which is why they take petitions filed by divorced parents who claim that their children are in danger very seriously. However, it is not unknown for people who harbor lingering resentment toward their former husbands or wives to make baseless allegations of emotional, physical or even sexual abuse. This is why courts generally conduct thorough investigations into abuse claims before

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Friday, June 14, 2019. Noncustodial parents in Boone County, MO, and around the country are often portrayed by the media as either deadbeat dads who do not pay child support or uncaring fathers who put their careers ahead of their children. While such depictions may be appropriate for some noncustodial parents, they are largely based on pervasive myths. The majority of noncustodial parents care greatly about their children and relish the time they are able to spend with them. The deadbeat dad stereotype is especially pernicious. Most noncustodial

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Missouri residents may be interested in learning about a few of the factors that are taken into consideration when determining living accommodations for children after a divorce. The considerations vary by state and even judges. Judges usually take into consideration each parent’s unique circumstances and make reasonable decisions based on this. One thing they will look at is the gender of the child. If a child is a girl and the father is seeking custody or visitation, the judge may want the child to

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Monday, April 1, 2019. Missouri residents may be able to have a child custody order modified if events warrant a change being made. Generally speaking, a change will be made if a parent is putting the child’s safety in danger. The same could be true if the child doesn’t want to spend time with the parent or if a parent is ignoring the terms of the order. If a parent relocates or dies, it may also be necessary to make changes to a child custody arrangement. If there

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Parents in Missouri who must go through child custody proceedings might wonder what to expect. The courtroom for a child custody hearing is usually smaller than other types of courtrooms, and fewer people will be present. It is important for parents to dress appropriately for a court appearance. Parents should also prepare for questions such as what kind of living arrangements are in place for the child and what kind of emotional support the parent can offer. An attorney can help a parent with