Family Law Blog

June 19, 2026

Custody disputes are already emotionally exhausting for parents and children alike. When a parent has a prior sex offense on their record, even one that has been expunged, the fear and uncertainty surrounding a custody case can be strong. You may feel like your entire future with your child depends on whether a judge believes you’ve changed and whether the court will allow your past to continue defining your present.

June 19, 2026

Moving after a custody order can already feel stressful and emotional. When you also have a criminal history, even one that was expunged, the process can feel complicated. Many parents worry that old mistakes will overshadow the progress they’ve made in rebuilding their lives. You may fear that a judge will focus more on your past than your ability to provide a stable and loving future for your child.

May 10, 2026

In my work with families in St. Louis, I often see situations where one parent has taken serious steps to rebuild their life after substance use issues and prior DUI convictions. When a parent completes rehab and later expunges old DUI records, questions about child custody often come up quickly.

May 10, 2026

I often hear from people who believe that once a record is expunged, it disappears entirely from a custody case. That assumption comes up frequently in discussions involving a domestic violence record, especially when parents are trying to move forward after prior court involvement.

April 15, 2026

Concerns about your child becoming distant during or after a custody dispute can be deeply distressing. When your child’s tone, behavior, or willingness to engage begins to change, it can be difficult to understand what is driving that shift.

April 15, 2026

When your time with your children feels uncertain, it’s natural to feel anxious and eager to find stability. In the midst of that uncertainty, it’s important to have clear, reliable guidance to help you make informed decisions that protect your relationship with your children.

March 1, 2026

When a court orders supervised custody visits, it often follows a recommendation from a guardian ad litem (GAL). These reports carry significant weight because GALs evaluate the best interests of the child, considering factors like safety, parental behavior, and the child’s emotional well-being.

March 1, 2026

Juvenile records are meant to give young people a second chance, but what happens when those adjudications are held against you as a parent during custody disputes?

Feb. 1, 2026

When someone learns that a decades-old drug conviction is still affecting their parenting rights, it can feel deeply discouraging. It’s painful to feel like a moment from early adulthood might outweigh years of stability, sobriety, or responsible parenting.

Feb. 1, 2026

When allegations of misconduct come up in criminal matters, it can feel frustrating, frightening, and deeply unfair for the person whose freedom is at stake. Courts take these issues seriously, but the process can feel overwhelming for individuals hoping their side of the story gets the attention it deserves.