Military members face unique challenges not only in the course of their jobs but also at home with their families. One thing that every military member should understand is the importance of guardianship and the role it plays in their enlistment and family....
How does active-duty status affect parenting time?
Active-duty status makes divorce more difficult, especially if you are a parent. Many military service members have an uncertain living situation, making child custody a serious question. If you are an active-duty military member, see below to learn how it affects...
Why are military divorces different from civilian divorces?
Just as marriage and parenting are different for military families compared to civilian families, the divorce process can look very different for couples where one or both spouses serve in the military. How might military service change your divorce? You and your...
Can active-duty service members still get full custody?
Whatever branch you serve in, you understand that the responsibilities associated with military life often mean making personal sacrifices, especially when it comes to family. If you are facing divorce, you may worry that your status as an active-duty or deployable...
What happens to your military benefits during your divorce?
If you are a current or former member of the military and want to divorce your spouse, you have some obstacles you must address that others are often able to avoid. That is, the division of your marital assets may depend on both military and civilian law. The...
Do civilian spouses get a share of military benefits in divorce?
Ending a marriage can be complicated, particularly when one or both parties serve in the military. Under these circumstances, spouses can face numerous questions, from where to file their divorce to what their child custody might look like. However, perhaps the most...
How military service affects custody and visitation
As a United States military service member facing divorce, you may wonder how your next deployment may affect the custody plan you and your spouse are working to develop. Fortunately, family and military laws are already in place to give you guidelines and explain...
Military benefits for civilian former spouses
Just as marriage to a member of the United States Armed Forces involves its own challenges, there are also special considerations involved in divorce from a service member. The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act grants you certain unique benefits,...
How is a military divorce different from a civilian divorce?
When one marries, the idea is that this union would last until death. Unfortunately, the rate of failed marriages still falls around 50%. Divorce is a reality faced by couples in Missouri and other states across the nation. And for those going through a military...
Military divorce and a deploying parent delegating visitation
Divorce is hard on any family, but when one of the family members is in the military and might need to deploy at a moment's notice, it is even more complicated. With the number of military members in or from Missouri, it is important to understand how certain factors...
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