FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you’re going through family troubles during COVID-19, you certainly wouldn’t be alone. The fact of the matter is that as social distancing and self-isolation increases, we’re going to become restricted to our homes and our families for longer than ever before. Sometimes, this could bring out the best in a family – but on the other hand, it can also strain a relationship between spouses quite significantly. Here at the Law Offices of Margot H Beasley, we’re here to provide you with knowledge and support throughout these unprecedented times. Take a look down below to read some of our most frequently asked questions regarding family matters and divorce during COVI D-19.
Going through a rough patch with your spouse is extremely common and quite typical during long-standing marriages. In addition, considering the increase in the amount of time spent with each other under the current social distancing restrictions, it’s even more likely that you and your spouse might experience a few bumps in your relationship. However, it’s important to gauge the severity of these bumps.
There’s no doubt that COVID-19 can certainly bring out the worst in a relationship, especially when it comes to family. Remember, a period of emotional upset, financial uncertainty, and a major life shift is enough to cloud your judgement. And yet, what you’re feeling is certainly real -and that’s okay. At this point, it would be wise to weigh your options when it comes to the future of your family and your assets, and the Law Offices of Margot H Beasley would be happy to help.
Knowing when it’s the right time to file for divorce isn’t an exact science. In fact, it can be different for each and every person. Remember, no two relationships are ever the same, and it’s difficult to know exactly when to make that choice. Our team is well experienced in the stressors that so many families experience when going through divorce or custody matters, and we see it as our duty to ease the burden by providing our clients with thoughtful, patient, and compassionate legal support. If you feel as though divorce might be on the table, we encourage you to reach out to us to learn more about your legal options.
If you’ve recently gone through a divorce and are struggling with your custody requirements due to the COVID-19 pandemic, dealing with a custody battle might be one of the most challenging ordeals of the entire divorce process. Here at the Law Offices of Margot H Beasley, we’re here to help you gauge your options and come to a fair result between you and your ex-spouse.
- The wishes of the child's parents as to custody and the proposed parenting plan submitted by both parties;
- The needs of the child for a frequent, continuing and meaningful relationship with both parents and the ability and willingness of parents to actively perform their functions as mother and father for the needs of the child;
- The interaction and interrelationship of the child with parents, siblings, and any other person who may significantly affect the child's best interests;
- Which parent is more likely to allow the child frequent, continuing and meaningful contact with the other parent;
- The child's adjustment to the child's home, school, and community;
- The mental and physical health of all individuals involved, including any history of abuse of any individuals involved. If the court finds that a pattern of domestic violence as defined in section 455.010 has occurred, and, if the court also finds that awarding custody to the abusive parent is in the best interest of the child, then the court shall enter written findings of fact and conclusions of law. Custody and visitation rights shall be ordered in a manner that best protects the child and any other child or children for whom the parent has custodial or visitation rights, and the parent or other family or household member who is the victim of domestic violence from any further harm;
- The intention of either parent to relocate the principal residence of the child; and
- The wishes of a child as to the child's custodian. The fact that a parent sends his or her child or children to a home school, as defined in section 167.031, shall not be the sole factor that a court considers in determining custody of such child or children.
- Alive St. Louis: https://alivestl.org/ or call (314) 993-2777
- Safe Connection: https://safeconnections.org/ or call (314) 531-2003
- The Women’s Safe House (shelter): https://twsh.org/ or call (314) 772-4535
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/ or call (800) 799-7233