What are Grounds for Divorce in Missouri?
Missouri law allows a married couple to get divorced if there remains no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved and that therefore the marriage is irretrievably broken (Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 452 Section 205)
Other Missouri Family Lawyer FAQs
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When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Missouri?
A: A Missouri court may grant a maintenance order to either spouse, but only if it finds that the spouse seeking maintenance lacks sufficient property, including marital … More -
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What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in Missouri?
A: In Missouri, a divorce petitioner must file a petition, a motion to modify, a motion for a family access order and a motion for contempt all of which shall be … More -
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What are the Laws in Missouri about How Marital Property Will Be Distributed After Divorce?
A: A Missouri Court will divide the marital property in a way that it deems fair and just considering all relevant factors including: (1) the economic circumstances of … More -
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What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in Missouri?
A: In Missouri, divorce proceedings are heard in the state’s circuit courts. (Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 452 Section 240) A divorce proceeding may be … More
