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  • Litigation ignites more conflicts between the parties
  • Prolonged court trials negatively affect children

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Online Divorce in Missouri

For those seeking an inexpensive divorce in the state of Missouri, online divorce is an easy, affordable, and fast solution to prepare legal forms. Online divorce may be appropriate for couples who have an uncontested case.

The step-by-step process of preparing divorce documents at Onlinedivorce.com makes it easy for you. We help organize all the necessary divorce forms and provide detailed instructions on filing your divorce in Missouri.

Our divorce documents preparation service can be a perfect solution for those who want to complete their divorce papers quickly and without stress.

Even though Missouri has unique divorce forms and filing requirements, our online system can provide you with exactly what you need and provide instructions on how to file. We have helped thousands of people prepare their divorce documents for filing.

If you and your spouse agree on the terms of the divorce and want an amicable dissolution to your marriage, why should the process get drawn out, and why should you spend money on lawyers? Online divorce is often cheaper, quicker, and easier.

Online divorce can be a perfect option if you want to save money or hope to have your divorce finalized quickly to get on with your life. Preparing documents for divorce online in Missouri is fast becoming very popular because you can complete the documents in the comfort of your home.

So even if you think your case is too complex because you have children, own your own home, or have other assets, you may still be able to prepare your documents online. Just start with our simple questionnaire, and we’ll provide you instructions for each step of the way.

The process at OnlineDivorce.com is 100% secure. We protect your information, and nothing is filed until you submit the divorce papers to the courthouse yourself. Filing for divorce in Missouri with the Onlinedivorce.com system can be a simple solution to a difficult situation.

Filing:

When you use OnlineDivorce.com, we help you fill out your divorce paperwork using a simple online questionnaire. You can fill it out alone or with the assistance of your spouse. Then, after getting the other spouse’s signature, the divorce forms may be filed at the local court.

In Missouri, you will typically file with the courthouse in the county where you currently reside. If a petitioner is not currently a resident but a defendant is, divorce is typically filed in the county where the defendant resides.

The actual filing process is explained in our detailed court-filing instructions that we provide, along with your completed divorce forms. You can also obtain assistance from your local courthouse by calling or stopping by.

After the initial filing, you may need to follow up if there are any issues with your documents. When you use OnlineDivorce.com, we allow you to make small adjustments to your forms as requested by the court at no additional charge.

Our goal is to help you obtain your divorce with as little hassle and stress as possible using our online divorce documents preparation service.

Residency:

Every state has specific requirements where divorcing couples must establish residency before filing for divorce. Missouri is no exception.

Either spouse must have been a resident of the state of Missouri for a minimum of 90 days before filing for divorce. Note that there is a 30-day waiting period after filing before the divorce will be granted. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Sections 300 and 305]

There are many ways to prove that residency has been established. The easiest way is if one or both spouses have a valid and current Missouri driver’s license, ID card, or voter’s registration card issued at least 90 days before filing for divorce.

However, if this is not the case, it may be possible to establish residency by having someone who knows you or your spouse testify that you have lived in the state for at least 90 days. Additionally, it may be possible to use an Affidavit of Corroborating Witness form as proof you’ve lived in the state for a minimum of 90 days.

Valid grounds to get divorce in Missouri

Grounds for an online divorce using OnlineDivorce.com are the same as they would be for any divorce within the State of Missouri. Grounds are merely the reason for divorce, and the state must approve them.

 

There is only one acceptable reason for a divorce in Missouri: an irretrievable breakdown of the mar­riage with no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved. However, if the defendant denies that the marriage is irretrievably broken, the plaintiff will need to provide evidence of one or more of the following facts:

 

  • the defendant committed adultery;
  • the respondent has behaved in a way that the plaintiff can't continue to live in a marriage with the respondent;
  • the respondent has abandoned the plaintiff for at least six months before filing the divorce petition;
  • spouses have lived separately by mutual consent for at least 12 months before filing the divorce petition;
  • spouses have lived separately for at least 24 months before filing the divorce petition. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Sections 305 and 320]

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Custody of the child in Missouri

Joint or sole custody is awarded based on what would be in the best interests of the child and upon consideration of these factors:

  • The preferences of the child, if of sufficient age and maturity;
  • The desires of the parents and a parenting plan if they worked together to create one;
  • The child’s adjustment at home, school, and in the community;
  • The health, both physical and psychological, of all individuals involved;
  • Any history of domestic abuse;
  • The child’s need for a relationship with both parents;
  • Both parents’ willingness to perform parental obligations;
  • The intention of either parent to move to a new area;
  • Which of the parents is more likely to allow the child frequent and meaningful contact with the other parent; and
  • The relationship of a child with family members.

Domestic violence against a child will prevent custody from being awarded to the party convicted of such an action. No preference is to be given based on the parent's gender, age, or financial status, or the child’s age or gender.

The court encourages joint legal custody when this arrangement is deemed to be in the best interest of the child and suitable for both parties. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Sections 375 and 400 and Missouri Case Law]

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Rules for child support in Missouri

The standard child support guidelines of Missouri apply in almost every divorce case, barring extraordinary circumstances. The parents’ gross incomes and expenses are considered when calculating child support.

Child support terminates if the child dies, marries, enters active duty in the military, becomes self-supporting, reaches age eighteen (unless the child is physically or mentally incapacitated or continues education), reaches age twenty-one (unless the child is physically or mentally incapacitated).

Either or both parents can be ordered to provide child support. Marital misconduct is not a factor. The following factors are considered when determining child support:

  • The custody arrangements;
  • Any financial resources and needs of the child;
  • The standard of living the child would have enjoyed if the marriage had not ended in divorce;
  • The overall physical and emotional conditions and educational needs of the child;
  • Each parent's reasonable work-related child care expenses; and
  • The resources, needs, and debts of both the noncustodial and the custodial parent.

A parent may be required to provide health insurance coverage for any children if coverage is available at a suitable cost from an employer, union, or other organization.

It may be considered part of the child support order for the case or arranged as a separate agreement. The court may order the payments to be made through the clerk of courts. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Sections 340 and 345]

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Property division in Missouri

One of the most challenging aspects of deciding to dissolve a marriage is determining how property (including the family home, if applicable) will be distributed. When a couple divorces in Missouri, they must distribute wealth in a fair, legally mandated, and agreeable manner. This can be a challenging proposition.

When the couple can agree upon how to distribute property independently without involving the court, this leads to an uncontested divorce and speeds up matters making for a much smoother divorce.

Missouri is considered an “equitable distribution” state. The court divides all of the couples’ property acquired during the marriage. A selection of property can be set aside to create a fund for the support, maintenance, and education of children of the union.

With regards to property distribution in Missouri, marital fault is not a factor. The following factors may be considered in the division of property within the state:

  • The total financial circumstances of both spouses, including pensions, if applicable;
  • The desire to award the family home to the spouse who has custody of the children;
  • The contribution that each spouse made to acquiring said marital property, including the input as a homemaker or in childcare;
  • Custodial provisions for the children;
  • The value of each spouse’s non-marital property;
  • Each spouse’s conduct during the marriage; and
  • Other factors deemed relevant by the Missouri state court. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Section 330 and Missouri Case Law]

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Rules for spousal support in Missouri

Either of the spouses may be awarded maintenance if that spouse proves:

  • They are unable to support themselves and
  • There is a lack of property to provide for their needs;

or

  • The spouse who seeks sup­port is the primary caregiver of a child whose circumstances make it appropriate for that spouse not to seek outside employment.

The following factors are considered:

  • The time that would be required to acquire sufficient education and training to enable the spouse to find appropriate employment and that spouse’s future earning capacity;
  • The standard of living which was achieved during the marriage;
  • The length of the marriage;
  • The ability of the spouse who would be providing support to meet his or her needs while meeting those of the spouse seeking support;
  • The financial resources of the spouse who seeks the maintenance, including the marital property, apportioned to such spouse and such spouse’s ability to meet his or her needs independently;
  • The current age of the spouses;
  • The overall physical and emotional conditions of the spouses;
  • The obligations, assets, and separate property of the spouses;
  • The comparative earning capacities of each spouse; and
  • The conduct of the spouses during the marriage.

The court may order the payments to be made through the clerk of courts. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Sections 335 and 345]

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Divorce without a lawyer in Missouri

When applying for a divorce in Missouri, it is possible to avoid the services of a lawyer. Such a divorce is called Pro Se Divorce; it is a Latin expression that translates as "on her or his own.” Depending on the county, the process of divorce can vary. If the spouses have agreed on property division and child custody, it is very convenient to initiate a Pro Se Divorce.

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Mediation support in Missouri

The court can delay a divorce proceeding for between 30 to 180 days and suggest that the spouses seek counseling through the state. [Annotated Missouri Statutes; Title 30, Chapter 452, Section 320]

For those seeking to prepare their divorce papers using OnlineDivorce.com, utilizing divorce mediation can be a great tool to smooth out disagreements and prevent the case from going to court. It can be the simplest way to assure a fast, easy and affordable online divorce.

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Divorce Forms in Missouri

Missouri forms produced by OnlineDivorce.com are court-approved divorce forms. We have automated filling out paperwork to simplify matters and avoid any difficulties that may occur with filling out paperwork alone. By utilizing OnlineDivorce.com, you can simplify preparing divorce documents and help both parties move forward with their lives.

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Filing fees for divorce in Missouri

When you file your divorce papers, the court will charge filing fees that may vary by county. These costs are in addition to the cost of using OnlineDivorce.com. Please check with your local courthouse to determine the exact amount.

How long will it take

Using the OnlineDivorce.com service usually takes between 30 minutes and two hours or more, depending on the complexity of your case. Start by filling out the questionnaire. You can do it in one sitting or save your progress and complete it at a later date. Whatever is most convenient for you.

Once you’ve received the completed documents, you will need to file them and get your spouse’s signature. You’ll receive more information regarding the finalization of the divorce case once the paperwork has been completed and submitted to the courts.

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Here is how OnlineDivorce.com makes completing divorce papers easier:

  • We provide the full divorce packet required by the local court - clients do not need to drive to their local courthouse to get the blank forms or search for the right divorce forms online. In rare cases, local county forms can vary in color, paper material, size, or bar code, so they may need to be obtained directly from the county clerk's office.
  • We complete the necessary forms for clients based on their answers given in a simple guided online interview - clients do not need to understand family law or read through complicated instructions to figure out how to fill out the forms themselves.
  • We give detailed, easy to follow step-by-step instructions for filing a divorce with the court - so the client knows exactly what to do to get his/her divorce finalized.
  • We provide unlimited technical support - if a client needs assistance through the online process, he/she can always reach out to us via phone, email, or live chat, and we'll do our best to help.
  • We save our clients time and money - if divorcing spouses agree regarding the terms of their divorce, they typically don’t have to pay thousands to a lawyer to handle their divorce forms and don't need to spend hours trying to do it all by themselves.