Family Law

Some of these legal issues include:

• Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage) and Alimony Payments – we understand how stressful and mentally draining a divorce can be. It is during this time that you need someone on your side who has the knowledge, compassion and experience necessary to represent you. The divorce lawyers at Tanksley & Smith, LLC, have all of these qualities, and more.
• Child Custody and Financial Support – during your divorce, the court will make a variety of decisions related to your children, we work closely with you as these decisions are made. These decisions typically include living arrangements, visitation, child support and any other parental matter that arises. As your divorce attorneys, we will be with you every step of the way.
• Marriage and Living Together – we address eligibility requirements for marriage (e.g., age, mental state, etc.). In the state of Missouri, common-law marriage is not recognized; however, if a couple lived in a state that does recognize common-law marriage and then moved to Missouri, as long as there is evidence to prove that fact, the relationship will be recognized as a common-law marriage by Missouri as well.
• Parental Liability – parents can be held liable for the things that their minor children do (e.g., break a neighbor’s window, cause an injury to another child by fist-fighting, etc.). If the issue goes to court, you should consider legal representation.
• Emancipation – this legal action involves a child proving that he/she is mature enough to live apart from his/her parents.

Adoption, Foster Care, Reproductive Rights as well as Domestic Violence and Child Abuse are also issues that we assist our clients with.

At Tanksley & Smith, LLC, we specialize in creating a comfortable and safe environment for our clients. We believe this is extremely important while dealing with any legal matter; however, when it comes to family matters it is crucial. If you are in or near Southeast Missouri and you need a family law attorney, contact our office today at (573) 204-3932. We are located at 1129 East Jackson Boulevard in Jackson, Missouri.