Experienced, Effective Ballwin, Missouri, Divorce Lawyers
We understand that clients facing divorce are often confused, depressed, and scared. As your attorneys, we will explain the legal process to help alleviate the fear of the unknown. We will clearly explain all your options, keep you informed, and help you prepare for the future.
Since 1973, we've been guiding clients through the complicated intersection of emotions and law known as divorce. In most cases, we can negotiate resolutions to difficult child custody, child support, maintenance (alimony), and property and debt division disputes. When necessary, we will be your vigorous advocate in litigation.
Call us for a free initial telephone consultation at (636) 923-8680 or toll-free at (888) 469-3949. You can also contact us online.
At Case, Rajnoha & Boudreau, LLP, we represent clients in the following areas of divorce law:
- Child custody: sole or joint custody
- Child support
- Maintenance (alimony)
- Division of property and debt
Essential Facts About Divorce Everyone Should Know
- One of the parties must be a Missouri resident for at least 90 days before filing a divorce petition.
- Missouri is a modified no-fault state, meaning that the party filing for divorce is not required to declare grounds in the petition. The petition only need state that the marriage is "irretrievably broken."
- There is a 30-day waiting period following the filing of the petition before the divorce can be granted.
Understanding the Process
If both parties agree on relevant child custody, child support, maintenance (alimony), and division of property issues, the divorce is considered "uncontested." In many instances, the parties then submit a written agreement to the court for approval. If any issues are "contested," the parties can either negotiate an agreement or resolve them through court proceedings.
Along with the divorce petition, the person who files for divorce must submit a statement of the parties' separate and marital property and debt, as well as a statement listing his or her own income and expenses.
Please note: A divorce cannot be finalized if the wife is pregnant. It can only be finalized after the baby is born. If the future ex-husband is not the father of the baby, the baby's father must be added as a third party in the divorce suit.
We Handle All Aspects of Divorce
We represent clients in contested and uncontested divorces, and all other related aspects, including child custody, child support, maintenance (alimony), and property division disputes. If the divorcing parties agree to mediation, we will refer you to a mediator to handle the resolution of your divorce issues.
Call for a free telephone consultation at (636) 923-8680 or toll-free at (888) 469-3949 or contact us online. Our office is in the First Bank Building near the intersection of Highway 141 and Big Bend Road. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
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