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Let's face it. No one likes thinking about what's going to happen when they pass away and our estate planning lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks realize that. However, thinking about this now and getting your estate plan in order, can really make things easier on your loved ones at a time where they are mourning. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch specializes in assisting clients with their estate plans. Our Lake of the Ozarks estate planning attorneys can be there for you every step of the way when it comes to aligning your estate plan so it works for you and your family. In the meantime, keep reading because we have estate planning tips for you for different aspects of your life below. Estate Planning Tips for DIFFERENT Aspects of Your Life PETS Our pets are family and we understand that some clients would like to enter them into their estate plans, but you need to realize that you can't legally leave money or assets behind to a pet because they don't ...

Going through a divorce can be one of the toughest things a person can go through in their lives. That being said, as an adult, you may have had some choice in the matter, but your children did not have that luxury and it can be only natural for them to have questions. Our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few examples of questions your child may ask about your divorce. If you are considering divorce, we urge you to contact an experienced divorce attorney in Camden County as soon as possible. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch specializes in family law and we are available for free consultations regarding divorce. Feel free to give us a call today at (573) 346-7231 with any questions you may have. Keep reading for a few questions your child may ask about your divorce and for some guidance on how you may wish to respond. Can the whole family still live under one roof? Be understanding of the fact that your child is probably really scar...

There are many areas of law and there are different points in life where you may need a lawyer. One situation could be when you are fighting for the paternal rights of your child. That could be one of the many reasons why you could need a fathers' rights lawyer at the Lake of the Ozarks . Our Camden County law firm specializes in paternity matters. To see everything we specialize in, please visit our website at www.PMCWLaw.com . If you are in need of an attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks , call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at (573) 346-7231 for your free consultation today. In the meantime, keep reading for a few other reasons you could need a fathers' rights attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks . To terminate the parental rights of the other parent. For example, if the mother of a child has abused or neglected or abandoned the child or is currently incarcerated then the father may have grounds to terminate her parental rights. You should get the advice of an e...

In any case, involving children, the court is looking to rule in the best interest of the child. The way the court rules may not always be what both parents are expecting. However, our child custody attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks want you to feel more informed on this subject. The Lake of the Ozarks divorce lawyers at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch are here to explain the differences between Physical and Legal custody and different custody options the court may order for your child. If you are going through a tough divorce with children and have questions, please call our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks for your free consultation today. We can be reached at (573) 346-7231. What are some of the different ways the court may rule in a child custody case? The court will try to find the custody arrangement that will best provide for the children's needs. The court may choose between various different custody agreements, such as 1) Joint physical and jo...