Divorce Legal Services to Meet Your Needs
At JoAnn C. Donovan, LLC, Attorney at Law, we know that every divorce is unique. We provide legal assistance aligned with your goals and attitudes toward your divorce.
Contact divorce lawyer JoAnn Donovan to schedule a free initial consultation. We will listen to the details of your case and discuss the issues relevant to your situation.
Your Divorce Options
Divorce issues can be resolved by a family court judge or by negotiation between the parties. Negotiation can proceed informally or through an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process such as mediation or collaborative law.
No matter what the context, an experienced divorce lawyer who has handled many divorces in St. Louis County and St. Charles County can ensure that you are aware of your rights and responsibilities under the law.
Property Division
One major aspect of divorce is property division. The first step in this process is to make sure there is an accurate catalogue and valuation of all marital property - property acquired by either spouse during the marriage. It is also necessary to identify separate property. This includes property acquired prior to the date of the marriage, and property gifted exclusively to one spouse.
Once we have an assessment of the marital property, we will see whether you and your spouse can work out a fair settlement. Our extensive divorce background can help us suggest creative solutions that may help you avoid going to court. But if it is not possible to negotiate a fair settlement, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial.
Contact a divorce lawyer to get your case on the right track.
Child Support and Spousal Support
Missouri law provides that children must receive child support payments from the parent who does not have child custody. A child support calculator is used to determine the child support obligation, based on both parents' income.
When circumstances make it appropriate, the court can also order permanent spousal maintenance (alimony). Otherwise, it is up to the parties to negotiate temporary or permanent spousal maintenance as part of the property settlement.
Divorce decree modifications
A divorce lawyer from our firm can also assist you in child custody, child support, and spousal support modifications and child relocation.
