An interesting decision came out in Missouri known as McQueen v. Gadberry (ED103138).  Among others, an important question in this case is whether pre-embroys are considered human beings under Missouri law or whether they are considered property in divorce proceedings.  This case is bound to have future implications in Missouri and other states. The case may also make it's way to the Missouri Supreme Court.  This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: Are pre-embroys human beings or property in divorce?  You can also read more at Missouri Embroynic Divorce and Child Custody Attorneys or at 1-855-805-0595. 

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When a client goes through a divorce or family law matter, many clients wonder how long it will take a judge to issue a judgment and enter a ruling in their case.  Many clients think that judges rule from the bench immediately after a trial. Others have different expectations.  This episdoe explores this topic.  To read more on this topic, you can read our article on Family Law Headquarters titled: How long do we wait for a court judgment?  You can also call us at 1-855-805-0595 or find out about our Kansas City Divorce Lawyers online.  

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Are you wondering who gets the engagement and wedding rings in divorce?  In other words, does the person who received these items have to give them back?  Or do they ordinarily get to keep them in divorce?  In this episode, we explore this topic.  This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: Who gets the wedding and engagement rings during divorce?   You can find more more about property and debt division in divorce from our webpage or by calling 1-855-805-0595.  

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How a party presents themselves can go a long way in the family and divorce court.  This is true as it relates to what say, when they say it, their manners, demeanor and overall body language.  You can find out more information on this topic by listening to this episode.  You can also read our blog article titled: How manners can go a long way in court.  You can also call us at 1-855-805-0595 or find out more about St. Louis and Kansas City Divorce Lawyers online.   You can find more related content on the KC Family Law Blog.

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In many child custody cases between unmarried parents, the paternity of the father can be in doubt.  In many of these caess, a paternity tests is warranted.  But in somtimes, a paternity test can have the unintended consquence of complicating a child custody case where paternity was never really in doubt.  Find out why in this episode.  This is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: How a paternity test can sometimes complicate a custody case.   You can find out more on this topic at Missouri and Illinois DNA and Paternity Test Lawyers or by calling 1-855-805-0595.   

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In diorce and family law cases, there can often be lots of issues that are important to the parties.  In some cases, the parties might rank their case priorities differently in terms of a substantive case outcome.  This episode talks about the principle of giving on some items to get concessions on other items that might be more important to the party.  To find out more about our Missouri and Illinois divorce lawyers, you can call 1-855-805-0595. You can find more related content on the Springfield MO Divorce Blog.

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This episode talks about a fairly recent trend on the part of some states to drop the terms of legal and physical custody in favor of parenting time and allocation of parental responsibilities.  One perspective is that these terms are more friendly to litigants in family law matters and can help lead to the resolution of family law disputes.  This episodes talks about this trend.  It is interesting as well that even in Missouri and Illinois, both states have different approaches.  This episode is based on an article of Family Law Headquarters titled: Parenting time versus custody.  If you need help with a child custody case, you can contact us at 1-855-805-0595 in Missouri or Illinois.  

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HB1550 has become the law in Missouri.  HB1550 has been put forth has a shared parenting bill, which passed the Missouri House and Senate.  Last week, the legislation was signed by Governor Nixon and has become law.  What are the implications of this legislation?  What are the potential pros?  What are the potential cons?  And does this legislation help those it was designed to help?  This podcast is based on two episodes on Family Law Headquarters titled: New shared parenting legislation signed by Governor Nixon and New shared parenting bill passes Missouri House and Senate.  You can also find out more about our child custody lawyers by calling 1-855-805-0595.

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In lots of child custody matters between married parents, the last name of the minor child can come into dispute.  In some cases, the mother may want the child to have her last name whereas the father will want the child to have his last name.  In these circumstances, lots of cases can become contested over this issue.  As a compromise, more courts are entertaining the thought of hyphenating the last name to attempt to satisfy both parents.  Find out more about this topic in this episode.  This article is based on an artilce on Family Law Headquarters titled: Paternity Cases & Hyphenated Last Names.  You can also find out more by calling 1-855-805-0595 or by going to our page on hyphenated last names in paternity cases for unmarried parents.  

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When a divorce is filed, many have questions about how things will work when the divorce is pending?  How will marital debts be paid?  Who will get possession of the marital property?  What about child custody and spousal support?  These are all questions many have after a divorce has been filed and while the matter is pending.  This episode addresses this topic.  It is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: Maintaining the status quo during divorce.  To find out more about our Missouri and Illinois divorce lawyers, you can contact 1-855-805-0595. 

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