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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...

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'...

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...

The custody agreement is often one of the most emotionally charged (and in some cases highly contested) aspects of divorce. If both parents wish to remain actively involved in the children's lives, they probably feel very strongly about the decision the court makes. However, the court will care very little about the parents' strong opinions - as the court's primary goal is to find the arrangement that best provides for the interests of the children. This week, our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to look at some of the different types of custody arrangements the court may use. Physical Custody Physical custody is the most commonly thought of portion of a custody arrangement. When a parent is granted physical custody of the children, the children live with him/her for at least part of the time. If a parent receives sole physical custody, the children will likely spend a majority of their time with him/her and may have limited or supervised visits w...

No married couple plans on getting divorced, but the unfortunate fact is that approximately 50% of all American marriages end in divorce. Due to the prevalence of divorce in our society today, there are countless resources available to couples preparing to go through the process. Many of these resources are geared towards providing the couple with helpful tips on way to make the process simpler or more streamlined. This week, our divorce attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to examine the situation from a different perspective. What NOT To Do During A Divorce Just as there are certain things you can do doing a divorce to ease the process, there are certain things that may significantly complicate things and therefore should be avoided whenever possible. Here is a quick look at a few things we recommend you avoid. 1. Assuming Things Have To Be Combative The media likes to dramatize divorce by making a show out of angry husbands and wives making each other miserable ...

Divorce is tough. Regardless of the surrounding circumstances, divorce represents the end of one chapter and the start of a new one. The drastic change is often challenging, but it is especially difficult during the holidays. With Thanksgiving next week and Christmas only one month after that, the team at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. thought it would be appropriate to dedicate this week's blog to those of you who may be in the midst of a divorce this holiday season. Keep reading to find some suggestions for making the process easier. Divorce & The Holiday Season The holiday season is supposed to be a time filled with family and friends, laughter and warmth. It is a time to gather around the table with those you love as you celebrate gratitude and family. Unfortunately, it doesn't always work out like that. Divorce happens for countless reasons. No matter the reasons or extenuating circumstances, divorce is always tough on spouses, children, a...

If you have children, figuring out custody may be one of the most challenging aspects of getting a divorce. Most parties' hope for a custody agreement that is as easy as possible on everyone involved, both parents on children. However, the court's ultimate goal will be to award custody in accordance with the child's best interests. If you are   preparing for a custody battle at the Lake of the Ozarks , here are a few tips that may be able to help strengthen you case. How Custody Is Awarded Traditionally, most people believed that mothers are better able to provide for their children's needs than fathers. However, as women become increasingly prominent players in the workforce and men become more actively involved with household and child-rearing responsibilities, that balance has shifted. Increasing emphasis is placed on the fact that fathers are just as capable of caring for the children as mothers. The parents genders are not the primar y focus of today...