Modification- Orders concerning custody or support of the children, or maintenance, sometimes require adjustment.  Orders may be adjusted through agreement arrived through negotiation between the parties or through mediation.  If agreement is not possible, then a Motion may be filed with the court and the court will consider modifying it's earlier orders accordingly.  We are experienced in all modification matters.  Modifications are often fact specific and the law can and often does change.  Therefore, we recommend that you make an appointment to discuss and review your situation with an attorney and that you bring your current decree and orders so that they may be reviewed.

Custody-   Custody refers to the parenting time or time the children spend with each parent (called "physical custody") and the decision making process for the children (called "legal custody").  All arrangements concerning custody are included in the "Parenting Plan." 

Enforcement/Contempt-  We assist clients in enforcing judgments or order in their decree through a variety of remedies.  These include Motions for Contempt, garnishment, wage execution, representation in Child Support Administrative hearings (Missouri Division of Family Support), and Motions to Enforce Judgments.  We can discuss with you the options that offer you the best potential results.

Paternity-  This is the action filed by parents who were not married when their child was born.  Both parties may seek orders concerning parenting (or "Custody"), support, legal recognition of parentage, the child's name, and orders to recover necessary expenses incurred for the child prior to filing.