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Lee's Summit Divorce Attorney

Helping Clients Navigate the Divorce Process in Jackson County

Divorcing a spouse, no matter how long you’ve been together, is always difficult. From property and asset division to figuring out child custody, it can feel overwhelming.

An experienced Lee's Summit divorce lawyer like the ones at The Worstell Law Firm can help you feel more confident throughout the entire legal process. Our goal is to help our clients understand all of their legal options and to come to a fair divorce settlement in which their best interests are protected. Whether you have already separated or you are just beginning to consider a divorce, we can provide well-informed advice and strong representation.

Is There An Advantage To Filing For Divorce First?

If you file first, you control when the divorce gets submitted. You can decide to cancel the divorce if your spouse has not filed a response. By submitting initially makes you the Petitioner and the spouse will be the Respondent. At trial, if your divorce case goes that far, you would go first.

Schedule a consultation with one of our Lee’s Summit divorce attorneys. Call our law firm at (816) 338-7877 today!

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At The Worstell Law Firm, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    “Jill and her staff are professional, thorough and respond in a timely manner.”
    “Jill and her staff are professional, thorough and respond in a timely manner. She and her team helped me twice with divorce and then modification. They handled everything and did everything they said they were going to do for me.”
    Stacy O.

Commonly Asked Questions

How does the no-fault divorce process work in Missouri? 

In Missouri, a no-fault divorce process means that you do not need to prove your spouse's fault to obtain a divorce. You simply need to state that your marriage is irretrievably broken, which could be due to any reason that has led to the breakdown of the marriage. The court does not require evidence of fault, such as adultery or abuse, to grant a divorce.

What are the benefits of filing for divorce first in Lee's Summit?

Filing for divorce first in Lee's Summit allows you to control the timing of the submission and gives you the option to cancel the divorce if your spouse has not yet filed a response. Being the first to file makes you the Petitioner, which means you would present your case first if the divorce goes to trial. This can provide a strategic advantage in the divorce proceedings.

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