Author Archives: Jay Butchko
When Divorce Sneaks Up On You
Happily married…how many people can claim that? Sure, your relationship isn’t dripping with excitement or spontaneity these days, but you’re comfortable. You complement one another, and you’ve managed to get a bead on the American dream. Life is good—a couple of kids, a two-bedroom home with a little yard for the dog, and a… Read More »
Modifying Your Parenting Plan In Missouri
If the parenting plan and/or child support you and your former spouse agreed to at the time of your divorce just isn’t working anymore, you may be considering trying to make changes. While your best bet is to talk things through with your ex and try to come to an agreement that can be… Read More »
Is A 50:50 Shared Custody Agreement The Best Situation?
Back in the ‘70’s when couples divorced it was a pretty sure thing that Mom would get full custody of the kids and Dad would pay child support. Nowadays, a lot has changed. The impact of a father on his children is now recognized, along with his rights and responsibilities. It is often in… Read More »
Changes To Child Support Calculations In Missouri
Are you heading for a divorce and trying to figure out what your financial circumstances will look like after the child support is calculated? If you have friends or family who’ve gone through a divorce and have already navigated all the ins and outs of child support, they are probably giving you lots of… Read More »
How Much Faith Should Juries Put In Forensic Evidence?
Any crime drama aficionado can tell you that guilty verdicts often rest on the strength of forensic evidence. The case could be up in the air—until magically a fingerprint or a wayward strand of hair is discovered by a zealous detective. Instantly, it seems, the evidence is analyzed in the lab, proving beyond a… Read More »
Are You Considering A Legal Separation?
If your marriage is on the rocks but you don’t want to get a divorcee at this point, what other options are open to you? Perhaps a legal separation could meet your needs. Basically, this means that the marriage is not officially terminated, but “separate maintenance” is established. It is a good solution for… Read More »
Missouri Divorce Basics
If you’re headed for a divorce, you are likely unsure about what the future holds. Understanding the laws here in Missouri can help you prepare for the divorce itself, as well as life after divorce. Here are some basic things you need to know. Equitable Distribution Obviously, marital property and debt is going to… Read More »
You Have The Right To Remain Silent…
We’ve all seen the movies where a suspect is arrested and read his rights. And unlike the fictional storyline on television, Miranda rights are guaranteed in the Constitution, and if you are unfortunate enough to have a police officer read them to you, it would be worth your while to take advantage of them. … Read More »
The Correlation Between Job Choice And Divorce
Studies have been done taking a look at everything imaginable. When it comes to divorce statistics, there are countless studies looking at the various factors that impact marital satisfaction, and, ultimately, divorce rates. Research has been done examining the impact of age, income, and education on the potential for divorce. It has scrutinized the… Read More »
Silver Divorce: Understanding Rules To Splitting Retirement And Pension Accounts
Aging Missourians who are contemplating divorce often have different concerns than younger couples. While young families with minor children spend much of their time and energy working out family planning arrangements, empty nesters don’t have that challenge. On the other hand, retirement issues are often at the forefront of concerns for those considering divorce… Read More »
