Family Law Talk

In some child custody cases, supervised visitation ends up being ordered by the court.  In some cases, the supervised visitation might be temporary.  In other cases, it might be part of the final order.   When supervised visitaiton is ordered, individuals often have many questions.   This episode will address how supervised visitiation can often work.  This episode is based on an article on Family...

When most think of family law, divorce and the divorce rates instantly come to the mind of most.  Most think family law and divorce go hand-in-hand and don't realize that with out-of-wedlock birth rates at approximatleyy 40-percent, paternity cases are on the rise.  Paternity cases are likely the second most common type of family law case.  This article talks about this topic.   You can read more...

When individuals begin a divorce or family law matter, it can be a stressful experience.  Many want the moral support from a close friend or family law matter.  While this desire is natural in many ways, this episode discusses the risks involved.  These risks involves the doctrines of attorney-client privilege, confidentiality and waiver.  This episode is based on an episode on Family Law Headquar...

When parties are on the verge or have filed for divorced and have children, what to tell the kids is a critical question that many struggle with in terms of what to say and what not to say.  In this episode, we talk about this important topic.  This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters called: What to tel your kids when you are getting divorced? You can find out more informati...

While parties are going through a divorce, it can be much easier for many to focus on the present versus the future.  In fousing on the present, parties can often say or do things that can inhibit the ability to have a cordial relelationship with your ex-spouse in the future.   This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: The importance of looking past your divorce.  You...

Most parties who are going through a divorce prefer to settle their case.  To settle a divorce, the reality is that parties have to agree on a comprehensive settlement on all issues.  For most, they assume this is easy.  But in many cases, this is not easy at all.   In this episode, Kirk Stange, from Stange Law Firm, PC, talks about two contested issues that often result in a trial in a divorce.  ...

One of the most common question many ask when they begin a divorce or family law case is how long their family law case will take?  Most want to know because they want a general idea in terms of what to expect.  This episode discusses many of the variables that can come into play as it relates to the length of a case.   This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titlted: How lo...

It is vital that an attorney and client communicate effecitvely regarding their family law matter.  In this episode, we will discuss some tips for effective communication with an attorney.   To find out more on this topic, you can read an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: How to keep communication effecitve with your attorney?   For more information, you can call us at 1-855-805-0595.  Yo...

When parties are going through a divorce or child custody case, parties often communicate in writing.  These communications can be by text, e-mail or through social media.  When tensions are high, many can say things that may not reflect fondly upon them in the family court.  In this episode, we will discuss this topic and how individuals can be politte and civil in written communication.  You can...

One of the most common questions people ask regarding divorce is whether they should file first.  Many wonder whether there is an advantage or not in filing first or whether it matters.  In this episode, we discuss this topic by going through the potential pros and cons in filing for divorce first.   To read more on this topic, you can read the article titled: Should I file my divorce first?  You...

When parties file for divorce, they are almost always required to complete financial statements.  The requirements can vary by state and locality.   However, they usually entail listing the marital property and debt of the parties along with the alleged separate property.  Parties also usually have to list their income and expenses.  This generally takes place on a monthly basis.  This episode tal...

Inidividuals often wonder whether calling characters witnesses will be pursuasive in their divorce or family law matters.  Many consider calling their relative or their friends in the hope that this will sway the judge.  This episode addresses whether this is generally pursuasive or not.  You can read more on this topic in an article family law headquarters titled: Are character witnesses importan...

An often asked question of divorce attorneys is about the role of marital misconduct in a divorce outcome.  From affaris, cheating, domestic abuse, abandonmnet, gambling or other financial misconduct, this is a question of many going thorugh a divorce.  In this episode, we will talk about this issue as it relates to Missouri and Illnois law in particular.   To read more on this topic, you can also...

In determining child custody in Missouri and Illnois, courts have to look at the best interests of the child when considering multiple factors.  One of those factors involves what parent is most likely to allow for frequent, continuing or meanfingful contact with the other parent (or other similar language which can vary by state).  This espisode will discuss this factor.  For more on this topic,...

Where mothers and fathers meet to exchange their children after a divorce or child custody case is important.  This is one of those terms that can cause many parents to have disagreements that can hang up a potential settlement.  It can also be important because this is the one time where parents still must have regular contact with each other even after their case concludes.   You can read more o...

When a divorce begins, many think that these cases should settle quickly and efficiently.  Is it reasonable to expect that parties will be able to reach a quick settlement when emotions are high and the inability of parties to agree is often the cause of a divorce?   This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: Is expecting divorcing parties to settle quickly reasonable?...

Tracing separate property in a divorce matter is an important component of many cases. In some cases, a party has brought into the marriage assets or money that they owned prior to the marriage.  When this becomes commingled in some matter with marital funds and assets, a tracing expert can become important. To read more on this topic, you can read an article of Family Law Headquarters titled: The...

Kirk Stange talks about the importance of ranking your goals for your divorce or family law attorney.  This is an important topic because it is critical that a divorce or family law attorney knows the goals of the client at the outset of a case.  This episode is  based on an article on Family Law Headquarters dated June 20, 2015.   To learn more about our Columbia, Missouri Divorce Lawyers or Fami...

Kirk Stange talks about when a party should consider getting a second opinion in their divorce or family law case.  This is a question lots of individuals often ask when they are unhappy in the direction that their case is going.   This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: When should I get a second-opinion? You can find out more about the Columbia, Missouri Divorce At...

Kirk Stange discusses the role of a divorce coach with special guest, Deborah Moskovitch. Ms. Moskovitch is a Divorce Coach, Author and Speaker located in Tornoto, Ontario. Deborah founded The Smart Divorce, a suppor organization for those facing a divorce. In addition, she authored a book titled The Smart Divorce. To find more information about Deborah Moskovitch, you can visit her website. Stang...

Kirk Stange discusses Parental Alienation with special guest, Dean Tong. Dean Tong, MSc. Child Forensic Studies, is a forensic legal consultant and author of three books, the most recent being ‘Elusive Innocence: Survival Guide for the Falsely Accused.’ Dean is an internationally known family rights and forensic consultant who has helped thousands of people on child abuse, domestic violence, and c...

Kirk Stange talks about an important issue in child custody cases involving unmarried parents.  In some cases, the father seeks to change the last name of the child when the child is given the last name of the mother.  This typically takes case in paternity litigation.   This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: When can a child's last name be changed? You can find out...

Kirk Stange from Stange Law Firm, PC talks about an article on Family Law Headquarters dated March 7, 2015 titled: Profesisonal Courtesy Is Important.  This is an important topic that comes up in many divorce and  family law cases. Stange Law Firm, PC is a family law firm with multiples offices in Missouri and Illinois in and around the St. Louis Area.  You can find out more about Stange Law Firm,...

Kirk Stange from Stange Law Firm, PC talks about the use of parent coordinators in high conflict custody cases.  This is based on a blog entry on Family Law Headquarters titled: Can A Parent Coordinator Help?   You can find out more about Parent Coordinators in other articles written by Stange Law Firm, PC, including one titled: Parenting Coordiantors: A New Trend in Custody Case.  You can also re...

Kirk Stange talks about a recent article on Family Law Headquarters ® titled: I Don't Want A Divorce.   Stange Law Firm, PC has is a divorce and family law firm in Missouri and Illinois.  You can contact their Springfield, IL Divorce Attorneys  or their Troy, Missouri Divorce Lawyers at 1-855-805-0595.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-law-talk--6410781/s...