Divorce is an incredibly difficult process for both parties involved. It can bring out strong emotions and create a lot of financial stress. In some cases, a forensic accountant may be necessary to help protect the interests of both parties. A forensic accountant's...
Division of recreational assets in a divorce
Splitting marital assets is sometimes just as challenging as splitting the family itself. In many cases, both spouses have both financial and emotional connections to the boat, RV, vehicles, and other toys. The divorce distribution laws in most states designate that...
Are pregnant Missouri women really prohibited from getting divorced?
Earlier this year, a claim spread on social media that a pregnant woman cannot get divorced in Missouri. You might have seen it yourself on Twitter. If so, you might be wondering if it is true: must a woman wait until her pregnancy is over to be granted a divorce in a...
How to protect your assets in a divorce
Divorce can be a costly process, particularly if you and your spouse are dividing significant financial and property assets. Taking steps to protect your assets before you file for divorce can help you obtain a fair outcome. Determine your property value To split...
How is property divided in an LGBTQ divorce
After the United States Supreme Court ruled to allow same-sex marriage, individuals of the same sex could legally marry in Missouri. At the same time, Missouri law began allowing same-sex couples to get divorced. The laws governing divorce are the same for LGBTQ...
At issue: maintaining your expected lifestyle after divorce
Your pending divorce has you worried in a number of ways. You wonder how the divorce will affect your children and how all of you will adapt. Things will change, but how much will they change? Another major concern relates to your standard of living. You have grown...
Is it OK to talk about my pending divorce online?
Millions of Americans rely on social media to stay in touch with relatives, friends and acquaintances, sharing things to maintain those connections. We all know about some people who overshare details that may make you cringe and shrug in disbelief. If you are going...
Advantages gained through collaborative divorce
In collaborative divorce, its name describes the exact approach that leads toward resolution. Splitting spouses collaborate, negotiate, compromise and discuss matters with the goal of coming up with a divorce agreement. They do this while sitting across from each...
Who keeps your home after divorce?
Whether you recently found the perfect place or have spent years making improvements, your home means a lot to you. If you and your spouse decide to go your separate ways, though, will you be able to stay in the home you love? What happens to your home during the...
How do you divide valuable artwork during your divorce?
Dividing your property during a divorce is not always going to be simple, especially if the asset can be valued in different ways. For example, artwork may be valuable to one partner and not to the other for sentimental reasons. It may also be worth a significant...