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Did you know that August is National Make a Will Month? In the spirit of this month, our Camden County attorneys are here to give you a few reasons why it's so important you have a will. If you don't already have a will and would like an experienced attorney to draft one for you, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. Who Has a Will? Ages                 % of people with a Will or Living Trust 18-36                22% 37-52                36% 53-71                60% 72 and older     81% Source: Central Trust Company According to the data listed above, you can see that a trend has come about. The older the person, the more likely they are to have a will. However, the reality is that no one ever knows when they will pass away, you could be 20, you could be 82. The poin...

Divorce can be hard on everyone involved, especially the children. Parents should remember the children did not chose nor had a part in deciding. There are certain actions you can avoid taking when children are involved in a divorce to make things as easy as possible. If you are in need of an experienced divorce lawyer at the Lake of the Ozarks , call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter and Welch at 573-346-7231 for your free consultation. 5 Things to Avoid if Children are Involved in a Divorce Misunderstanding child support This is money that is strictly meant for your child's essential needs. An agreement needs to set from the beginning and followed by both parties. Amounts should be paid on time and properly, as in no partial payments. When determining the amount, be fair. Publically advertising that you are getting a divorce Your divorce doesn't need to be talked about with everyone you know. Keep in mind that word could get to your kid's school and the other ch...

Prepare for the unexpected! Have you ever heard that expression, "prepare for the worst and hope for the best?" Those are words to live by when it comes to making your will. A will can protect your assets when you no longer can speak about them. This important document can help ensure that your wishes are met and that your precious belongings go to the loved ones you wish them to go to. Our attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few tips for making your will. If you need assistance with this important process, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231 today. 5 Tips for Making Your Will Choose your attorney wisely. Making your will is a vital process and an attorney who has years of experience can help guide you through. He or she can help you avoid making costly mistakes and protect you from potential consequences of not having a good will. Pick your beneficiaries and keep them up to date. You must keep your beneficiaries...

We are all too familiar with drug crimes at the Lake of the Ozarks area, unfortunately. It's one of the top crime areas here and we have represented people who have been charged with possession, manufacturing and the sale of drugs such as methamphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, controlled prescription drugs, and drug paraphernalia. The punishments can vary depending on what drug was involved and what crime you were committing. Our criminal defense attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few examples of the standard punishments for drug crimes in Missouri. If you find yourself in this sort of unfortunate situation and need an experienced criminal defense attorney, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231 for your free consultation. Punishments for Heroin Crimes in Missouri Source:  https://statelaws.findlaw.com/missouri-law/missouri-heroin-laws.html Trafficking, selling, or possessing heroin is illegal throughout the United ...

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is one of the largest annual events in the area. It is a blast! It's an unsanctioned boat race with over 100 racers and 100,000 spectators. Some of these spectators will be coming to see the action by land but many of them come by boat. Our BWI attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks can not stress enough how important it is to boat safely, especially on days with events as big as this. If you find yourself get charged with boating while intoxicated, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. Keep reading for more event details and some boating safety tips. Photo By: FunLake The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout 2018 Source:  https://www.funlake.com/lake-of-the-ozarks-shootout When: Saturday, August 25th - Sunday, August 26th Where: Captain Ron's (82 Aloha Lane, Sunrise Beach, MO 65049 33MM - 34.5MM) Event Details: Powerboat racers from all over the country will be racing along with some Pontoon captains. This is ...