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A divorce is one of the hardest things a child may go through in their young lives. Not all divorces end amicably and the children can be completely innocent in all of this. Sometimes divorces may end where a parent has to go away temporarily, whether that means they are incarcerated or they just move away to a different location for an extended period of time or maybe they are overseas and part of the military. No matter where the parent goes if they plan to re-enter the child's life, the process should not be taken lightly and our divorce attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few tips for re-entering a parent into a child's life. If you find yourself going through a tough divorce at the Lake of the Ozarks where children are involved, Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here for you. Call our Lake of the Ozarks divorce attorneys today at (573) 346-7231 for your free consultation. Tips for Re-Entering a Parent into a Child’s Life Don'...

Clearly, going through a divorce can be a very trying time for everyone involved. Some may say it is the most emotionally draining experience they have ever gone through. That being said, when you are feeling at your worst, it can be very easy to lash out and say things you don't mean in the heat of the moment. Our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks have seen all sorts of situations and we are here to give you a few tips for keeping your divorce civil. Ultimately, this process should be as painless as you can possibly make it for you and your children. Nothing needs to happen that can make matters worse and our Lake of the Ozarks divorce attorneys can be a voice of objective guidance during an emotional time for you. For a free consultation regarding divorce, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. 5 Tips for Keeping Your Divorce Civil  Vent in a healthy way. It is important that you find a safe and healthy way to vent your frustrations durin...

While divorce can be difficult any time of the year, it can be especially hard during the holiday season. This should be a time to make unforgettable memories with your kids and the rest of your family members, but instead, you are dealing with this untimely divorce. During this emotional time, you should have an objective voice on your side to guide you. That's where our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks come in. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here to help you through this tough time. Call 5733-346-7231 for your free consultation. Keep reading for 3 tips for handling a divorce during the holiday season.  3 Tips for Handling a Divorce During the Holiday Season Keep Your Family Close. One mistake divorcing couples make is isolating themselves from their extended family members. They may fear ridicule or judgment from their parents or other family, and as a result, spend much of the holiday season alone. However, isolation only serves to make a difficul...

Getting a divorce is challenging for a lot of reasons, but custody disputes are quite possibly the most stressful proceedings you will have to go through. As much as we might like to convince ourselves otherwise, it is not necessarily up to us to assign custody of our children after the divorce. The court will make this decision after evaluating which parent will be able to provide for the child's best interests. This week, the team at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. is here to dispel some common myths about custody disputes. Myth #1: Moms Get Preferential Treatment. This is quite possibly the most widely believed myth about custody disputes - probably because it used to be true. Decades ago, the courts believed that mothers could provide better care to their children than the fathers could, and custody was assigned accordingly. Today, however, this ruling has changed drastically. Stay-at-home dads are becoming increasingly common, and there is no evidenc...

As if dealing with the emotional turmoil caused by a divorce at the Lake of the Ozarks wasn't enough, divorcing couples must also face a many significant (and often challenging) decisions regarding the division of their property and assets. Determining custody of the children has consistently been one of the most difficult decisions divorcing couples must face, but recently there has been an increased interest on another custody issue: the family pet. Who Gets The Family Pet In The Divorce? Many people are surprised to learn that according to strict legal terms, pets are viewed as personal property and will be divided  and awarded to one of the parties in the same manner as furniture or cars. The difference is that many pets are viewed as part of the family, causing divorcing couples to be more likely to argue over who should get to keep the pet. Who Can Look Out For The Pet's Best Interests?  As we begin to view pets less like pieces of property an...