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Divorce

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Katie Synor

Before beginning divorce proceedings you should give thoughtful consideration to a number of factors. For example, how much will it cost you to live alone and how much will it cost you to support your children.  In addition, there is … Continue reading →

What is Estate Planning?

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Katie Synor

What is Estate Planning? “Estate” is the legal term used to define your property and money—basically, everything that belongs to you. Estate planning attorneys tell you different strategies you can use to transfer your belongings after you die. By planning … Continue reading →

How To File For A No-Fault Divorce – Missouri Divorce Lawyer

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Katie Synor

It is important to understand the steps you need to take to file for a no-fault divorce in Missouri before you begin. In Missouri, there is no need to provide grounds for a divorce in order to have a divorce … Continue reading →

What Are Contested and Uncontested Divorces – Troy Missouri Divorce Attorney

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Katie Synor

Since divorce can be a very painful, life-changing event, emotions often run high and it may be challenging for a divorcing couple to agree upon how to divide time with their children or specific assets. The longer a divorce drags … Continue reading →

Study: Divorce Affects A Woman’s Retirement, Savings

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Katie Synor

One in every five women stop pension payments after divorce, while half of married women make no contribution to their pensions while they are still married, according to new research from British financial specialist the Phoenix Group. According to their … Continue reading →

TV Watching Could Negatively Affect How Couples View Their Relationship

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Katie Synor

Frequent television viewing could affect the status of a romantic relationship according to a study published last fall in Mass Communication and Society. The study results published in an article entitled “When TV and Marriage Meet: A Social Exchange Analysis … Continue reading →

Proposed Legislation Would Give Adoptees Access To Medical Information

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Katie Synor

Missouri lawmakers are debating a bill that may make it easier for adoptees to find their birth parents. If House Bill 252 is passed, it would require the Missouri State Health Department to provide birth parents with a contact preference … Continue reading →

Legislation Passes Senate Eliminating Adoption Tax Credit For Out-Of-State Adoptions

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Katie Synor

Legislation that passed the Senate this week may steer Missouri couples more toward adopting a Missouri child over adopting one from outside the area. Legislation passed the Senate eliminating a $2 million annual allotment of tax credits for those couples … Continue reading →

Rare Child Custody Case Makes It To Supreme Court

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Katie Synor

With only one percent of all court cases even presented to the United States Supreme Court and with only a very small fraction of that percentage involving family law, it is rare a child custody case is ever heard by … Continue reading →

Study: Divorce Rates Decreased During Great Recession

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Katie Synor

Findings from a new study showed the divorce rates in the United States dropped during the Great Recession, but are beginning to rebound. The study, conducted by Dr. Adbur Chowdhury at Marquette University titled, “Til Recession Do us Part: Booms, Busts and Divorce … Continue reading →