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For many couples, the family home is the most valuable and emotionally significant asset in a marriage. When divorce becomes inevitable, one of the first questions people ask is: Who gets the house? If you are going through a divorce in St. Louis County or elsewhere...
In today’s digital world, social media plays a major role in how people communicate, share their lives, and express opinions. But during a family law case, what you post online can have serious legal consequences. Many people are surprised to learn that social media...
Establishing paternity — or legally determining a child’s father — is one of the most important steps a parent can take to secure both legal rights and responsibilities. Whether you’re a father seeking custody or visitation, or a mother pursuing child support,...
Blended families are increasingly common in Missouri. When remarriage, stepchildren, or second marriages are part of your life, estate planning becomes especially important. Missouri blended family estate planning presents unique challenges that traditional families...
When family relationships become strained, grandparents may worry about losing meaningful time with their grandchildren. In some families, grandparents are a child’s primary caregivers or play a vital role in their daily lives. In others, disagreements between parents...
When couples think of legal agreements involving marriage, they often think of prenuptial agreements—contracts made before tying the knot. But what happens if you're already married and want to define financial responsibilities or clarify asset division? That’s where...
A recently signed Missouri law is making waves across the state’s legal landscape — and for good reason. As reported by Missouri Independent on July 9, 2025, Governor Mike Parson signed legislation aimed at strengthening the rights of Missouri families navigating the...
Divorce is never easy, but when spouses can’t agree on the terms, the legal process becomes significantly more complex. This type of divorce—known as a contested divorce—requires more time, negotiation, and court involvement than its uncontested counterpart. If you're...
For same-sex couples in Missouri, building a family through adoption is both a joyful and sometimes legally complex journey. Even with nationwide marriage equality and broader recognition of LGBTQ+ parental rights, Missouri law still contains procedural hurdles and...
When separated or divorced parents live in different states, child custody matters become significantly more complex. At Rogers Sevastianos & Bante, LLP, we regularly work with Missouri parents who are facing the challenges of interstate child custody—whether due...