Name: Stange Law Firm, PC
Address: 120 South Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, MO, 63105
Telephone: 314-963-4700

Clayton, Missouri Family Lawyers Representing Clients in St. Louis County, Missouri

For many people in and around Clayton, Missouri and throughout the country, family is what is most important. At Stange Law Firm, PC , we exclusively handle family law matters. We have the experience and focus to successfully resolve even the most difficult family law matters for our clients.From our office in St. Louis County on South Central Avenue, we represent clients at the Clayton Courthouse who are looking for a legal team they can rely on for effective representation. For your convenience, our office in Clayton is right across the street from the new Family Court. This location can give you an added level of convenience when you have court dates in your case.To learn more about the St. Louis County Family Court, please visit the following link: St. Louis County Family CourtFor directions and parking information in Clayton, go to the following link:

Directions to Clayton Courthouse: In need of directions? This link will help you get to the Courthouse in Clayton.
Clayton Parking Information: Additional information about parking in Clayton.

To schedule a confidential initial consultation with our passionate, bold Clayton family law attorneys, call 314-963-4700 or contact our law firm online.

Handling Complex Family Law Issues in Clayton, Missouri in St. Louis County

Family court judges in Clayton have different expectations than those in other counties, and our attorneys fully understand what judges at the Clayton Courthouse expect to see in complex cases.Our knowledge of family law in St. Louis helps us reach positive outcomes in an array of family law matters, including:

Divorce and separation in Clayton, MO: Our attorneys can represent you in your divorce case.
High Asset Divorce in Clayton, MO: If you are going through a high asset divorce, Stange Law Firm, PC can help.
Clayton, MO Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements attorneys: Our attorneys can help you with your prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
Paternity in Clayton, MO: A lot of children are born out of wedlock, our attorneys can assist.
Clayton, MO Guardianships and conservatorships: We represent clients in Guardianships and conservatorships in Clayton, Missouri.
Fertility and surrogacy in Clayton, MO: Our attorneys can help with agreements that involve fertility and surrogacy.
Clayton, MO Step-parent adoption lawyers: Becoming a step-parent is a major step in a relationship, and our attorneys can help.
Adoption in Clayton, MO: Our attorneys in Clayton, MO can assist in adoptions.
Clayton, MO Minor emancipation: We have experienced attorneys that can assist in minor emancipation.
Grandparents’ rights in Clayton, MO: We believe that grandparents should be able to be apart of the grandchildren’s lives.
Appeals in Clayton, MO: Our attorneys can assist in maintenance, grandparents rights, and other related matters.
Clayton, MO Mediation and Collaborative Family Lawyers: We have trained and knowledgeable attorneys who can assist in mediation and collaborative family law practices.
Child Support in Clayton, MO: Stange Law Firm, PC has the resources and staff to help with their client’s child support case.
Child Custody in Clayton, MO: We represent clients in child custody cases in the Clayton, Missouri area.
Clayton, MO Juvenile Matters attorneys: Our attorneys can represent juvenile family law matters in the Division of Family Law Services.
Modifications in Clayton, MO: We can assist clients in modifying.
Clayton, MO Contempt and family access motions : We help clients in contempt of court matters and family access motions.
Military Divorce in Clayton, MO: We are honored to represent clients in the military during their military divorce matter.
Name Change in Clayton, MO: Stange Law Firm, PC is happy to help clients if they would like to legally change their name.
Clayton, MO Orders of Protection attorneys: We can represent your domestic violence case.
Same Sex Divorce in Clayton, MO: We can assist in same sex divorce.

Our attorneys have received numerous awards and accolades for divorce and family law as set forth in their individual biographies. Additionally, both partners at our law firm have been recognized as Super Lawyer Rising Stars for Family Law. Notably, Kirk Stange has also been recognized as a Top 10 Family Law Attorney in Missouri by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.From our webpage, you can also read articles about family law, view informational videos, seminar videos, listen to our podcast, download our mobile application or view support calculators for Missouri and Illinois.

What is Family Law in Clayton, MO?

Family law refers to the practice of helping individuals with family relationships. It includes helping families pick up the pieces of their lives, while guiding them through this difficult time. Family law matters may include the dissolution of marriage, child custody and child support matters, adoption, paternity, and father’s rights issues. Because of the nature of these matters, family law cases tend to be very emotional and strenuous for the parties involved. At Stange Law Firm, PC, our attorneys are there to assists their clients through this difficult process. Family law practice may involve any of these following topics:

Divorce in St. Louis County

Divorce is the process of breaking the bonds of marriage. When parties get married, they form a legal relationship. If they decide that they would no longer like to be a part of this relationship, they must file the necessary paperwork with the courts.Based on the state in which the divorce is being filed, the rules and procedures may vary. While all states allow for no-fault divorce, some states require a period of separation. Be advised that most states also have residency requirements that come into play when filing for dissolution.Each state has their own guidelines for how to divide assets and debts in a divorce, but the rules are similar in most states. In most cases, the court looks to make an equitable division of the assets. This doesn’t necessarily mean dividing the assets are equal for both parties. The court can look at things like the parties’ contributions to the marriage, the length of the marriage and the needs of each party after the divorce. Misconduct such as infidelity or domestic abuse can also play into the court’s decision in terms of property and debt division and spousal maintenance.

Divorce is Civil Litigation in Clayton, MO

Divorce cases are heard in state court. Similar to other forms of civil litigation, parties may work to gather evidence through depositions, interrogatories and subpoenas. Parties may also participate in mediation sessions, the collaborative process and other forms of conflict resolution. In many scenarios, cases may settle prior to a trial. However, some cases that involve contested divorces, high-assets, and certain other factors may have to go to trial.

Maintenance and Spousal Support in St. Louis County

One of the most difficult issues in a divorce case is often maintenance and spousal support (previously referred to as alimony). Some states use a formula in order to determine the amount of support. In other cases, it’s left to the judge’s discretion. Even in cases where the court uses a formula, it’s still important to make sure that the court uses the proper procedures in order to arrive at the correct amount of support.One of the considerations for spousal support is the length of the marriage. Other factors include the parent’s ability to pay support and the amount of debt that was jointly accumulated. The court also takes into account the age of the parties involved and their ability to work. Finally, they consider the misconduct of either party. The family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC work to present evidence of these factors to the court in order for them to be able to reach the best possible result.

Pre and Post-nuptial Agreements in Clayton, MO

A prenuptial agreement is a contract that parties sign before they get married. Prenuptial agreements should contain detailed descriptions of the significant property and debts owned by each partner. Depending on the nature and complexity of these assets, a prenuptial agreement can be just a few pages – or a few hundred. At Stange Law Firm, we draft each prenuptial so that it meets the exact needs of our clients. There are some matters that can’t be included in a prenuptial agreement like child custody and child support agreements. Otherwise, the parties can create an agreement that outlines matters like separate property, distribution of the assets and spousal support in the event of a divorce. When the parties enter into this kind of agreement after they get married, it’s a postnuptial agreement.

Child Custody in St. Louis County

Child custody is one of the most deliberated and emotional areas of family law. When it comes to custody of the child, most states base their decisions around the best interests of the child. The court takes into account which parent has the greater relationship with the child, whether or not each parent can provide a stable home environment for the child, and whether either parent has a history of substance abuse or a criminal background.If a parenting plan can be established by the parents, the court will usually follow this agreement. However, if the parents cannot agree, the family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC will present evidence to the court regarding the child’s best interests. This might involve presenting school records, testimony of a psychologist or substance abuse counselor, criminal records and even medical records. Our attorneys will work to gather the necessary evidence, while also ensuring to consider the rules of evidence that are applicable in the particular local jurisdiction.

Legal and Physical Custody in Clayton, MO

Most states divide custody into legal custody and physical custody. Physical custody is who actually, physically has the child at any given time. Legal custody is who makes major decisions about the child. Physical custody and legal custody can be shared between the parties, or the court may award primary custody to one of the parents. It’s also possible to share one type of custody without sharing the other.It is imperative that family lawyers understand how the courts determine custody in their jurisdiction because rules between states can vary slightly. The family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC help their clients understand the law and form realistic expectations so that they can make wise decisions as their case moves forward.

Child Support in St. Louis County

Children have the right to support from both of their parents. The purpose of child support is to provide the child financial resources as if their parents lived under one roof, although it is common in most child support matters that the child’s parents live in separate households. The courts presume that the parent who cares for the child will provide direct support for the child.Each state has their own respective formula for calculating proper child support amounts. Most of these formulas factor in each parent’s income, the allowable tax deductions and other expenses, a child’s health insurance expenses, and whether they have child care needs. Certain states also factor in how much time each parent spends with the child, although this is not common practice by all states.The family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC work with their clients to ensure the child support is fairly and accurately calculated. If the other parents attempts to hide income, or is unemployed by choice, an experienced family attorney can assist their client in showing the entire situation. A family lawyer also reviews the calculations made by the court to ensure that no errors were made that could result in an unfair and inaccurate calculation of child support.

Abuse and Neglect Proceedings

Another sensitive area of family law practice involves abuse and neglect. If the state is under the assumption that a parent is not able to properly care for a child, they may choose to begin abuse and neglect proceedings. The state may represent a parent that is accused of abuse or neglects, or they might even represent a child.When family lawyers represent clients in abuse and neglect proceedings, they are working to help defend their client against the reports of abuse or neglect, or they are helping their clients regain custody of their children by assisting them in complying with services and other requirements. Because the standard for terminating parental rights is high, family lawyers work hard to advocate for their clients in a situation where the state is seeking to terminate those rights.

Contact a Missouri Family Law Attorney Representing Clients in Clayton, Missouri for a Consultation

When you have a family law concern in Clayton or anywhere in St. Louis County, Missouri, and need find a family law attorney, contact us online or by phone to schedule a consultation at any of our convenient locations, including:Saint Louis County, MO (Clayton) Office: 314-963-4700 Click to learn more about this location. 120 South Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, Missouri 63105 .

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Family Lawyers in Clayton, MO in St. Louis County

Clayton, Missouri Family Lawyers Representing Clients in St. Louis County, Missouri

Handling Complex Family Law Issues in Clayton, Missouri in St. Louis County

What is Family Law in Clayton, MO?

Divorce in St. Louis County

Divorce is Civil Litigation in Clayton, MO

Maintenance and Spousal Support in St. Louis County

Pre and Post-nuptial Agreements in Clayton, MO

Child Custody in St. Louis County

Legal and Physical Custody in Clayton, MO

Child Support in St. Louis County

Abuse and Neglect Proceedings

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