The Marks Law Firm, LLC

The Marks Law Firm, LLC The Marks Law Firm, L.L.C. Family Law Attorneys has the experience to handle all types of family cas offers 60 years of combined legal experience. Mr.

Murry Marks has been involved in more than 1000 criminal and civil trials and principally handles cases in the areas of Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. He is a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2001), a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2008), was selected to Who’s Who in American Law (1990-present), and named Distinguished Fellow of the St. Lou

is Bar Foundation (1992). Jonathan Marks practices in the area of family law, including dissolution of marriage proceedings, large asset and complex custody litigation, motions to modify, paternity actions, prenuptial agreements, and other related matters. He has handled over 1000 family law matters and has extensive training in mediation. Marks was recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly as one of Missouri’s Up and Coming Lawyers in 2008 and by Super Lawyers Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars 2008, 2009, and 2010.

Can you keep spending money during your Missouri divorce? In most cases, yes, as long as it is the spending you would no...
07/28/2026

Can you keep spending money during your Missouri divorce? In most cases, yes, as long as it is the spending you would normally do. Funding a new relationship, hiding cash, or draining joint accounts is a different story.

We walk through what Missouri courts consider normal spending versus marital waste.

Can you spend money during a Missouri divorce? Learn what's considered normal spending and what could trigger a marital waste or dissipation claim.

If your child seems distant during your divorce, using words that don't sound like their own, or pulling away from you w...
07/21/2026

If your child seems distant during your divorce, using words that don't sound like their own, or pulling away from you without a clear reason, you're not imagining it. This can be a sign of parental coaching, and it's more common than most people realize.

We walk through the warning signs, how this affects your relationship with your kids, and the steps Missouri law gives you to protect your custody rights.

Is your spouse coaching your children against you? Learn the warning signs and how Missouri custody law protects your parental rights during divorce.

Not every custody arrangement should look the same. When conflict runs high, a flexible co-parenting plan can backfire, ...
07/14/2026

Not every custody arrangement should look the same. When conflict runs high, a flexible co-parenting plan can backfire, and a rigid parallel parenting structure may be what actually protects your kids.

See how Missouri courts decide between the two, and what a strong custody plan needs to hold up under real-world stress.

Struggling with high-conflict custody? See how Missouri courts weigh co-parenting vs. parallel parenting and which plan protects your kids.

If divorce is on your mind, there are a few things worth understanding before you file: how custody works in Missouri, h...
07/07/2026

If divorce is on your mind, there are a few things worth understanding before you file: how custody works in Missouri, how assets are actually divided, and what missteps can cost you in court. We break down six essential questions so you can walk into the process with a plan instead of just questions.

Filing for divorce in St. Louis? Get real answers on protecting your kids, your assets, and your future before you take the next step.

Going through a divorce or custody case tests more than your legal standing. The emotional weight of the process, from t...
06/30/2026

Going through a divorce or custody case tests more than your legal standing. The emotional weight of the process, from trauma responses to decision fatigue, shapes how a case unfolds and how a family moves forward afterward. We explore why protecting your emotional clarity is just as important as protecting your legal rights.

Divorce and custody cases test more than legal standing. Learn how emotional clarity and intentional decision-making protect your case and your family

A gray divorce is one of the most financially complex transitions a person can face, but it doesn't have to define you. ...
06/23/2026

A gray divorce is one of the most financially complex transitions a person can face, but it doesn't have to define you. From dividing retirement accounts and protecting your credit to rebuilding on a single income and updating your estate plan, there's a lot to navigate. The right steps taken early can protect your future and open the door to a more independent, fulfilling chapter.
We guide you through every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Divorcing after 50 means more than dividing assets - it means protecting your retirement. Learn how to navigate gray divorce finances with clarity and confidence.

In a custody case, what you remember matters far less than what you can prove.A custody journal creates the factual reco...
06/16/2026

In a custody case, what you remember matters far less than what you can prove.

A custody journal creates the factual record a judge actually needs. Daily exchanges, missed pickups, communication patterns, and your consistent involvement in your child's life. Kept correctly, it can be one of the most powerful tools in your case. Kept poorly, it can work against you.

We break down exactly what to document, what to leave out, and how to structure your entries for maximum credibility.

Learn what to write and what to avoid in a custody journal that holds up in court. The Marks Law Firm helps Missouri parents document their case the right way.

Discovery in a Missouri divorce can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to well over $25,000. Whether it's worth i...
06/09/2026

Discovery in a Missouri divorce can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to well over $25,000. Whether it's worth it depends entirely on your situation.

Asset complexity, your spouse's level of cooperation, and the risk of hidden finances all factor into that decision. We break down what discovery actually costs, what drives those costs up, and how to approach it strategically so you're not spending more than you stand to recover.

Discovery is worth pursuing when the financial stakes in your case justify the cost. In a Missouri divorce, that decision turns on asset complexity, your spouse’s level of cooperation, and whether non-marital asset tracing is required. One factor to consider is the cost versus the benefit of disco...

Divorce doesn't have to mean a courtroom battle. In Missouri, mediation gives you something litigation rarely does: cont...
06/02/2026

Divorce doesn't have to mean a courtroom battle. In Missouri, mediation gives you something litigation rarely does: control.

Control over the timeline, the cost, and the outcome. Whether the issues are financial, custody-related, or both, mediation provides a structured path to resolution without handing your future to a judge.

We break down why mediation may be the smarter choice for Missouri families and what the process actually looks like from start to finish.

Missouri divorce mediation saves time, money, and stress. Learn how the process works and why The Marks Law Firm recommends it for families.

If your spouse handled the finances during your marriage, divorce puts you at an immediate disadvantage. That gap in kno...
05/26/2026

If your spouse handled the finances during your marriage, divorce puts you at an immediate disadvantage. That gap in knowledge can be used against you at the negotiating table.

Missouri law is designed to level that playing field. Using it effectively is another matter entirely.

We break down how equitable distribution works, why discovery is your most powerful tool, and what it really takes to protect your financial future when the other side holds all the cards.

When one spouse controlled the finances, Missouri's equitable distribution laws can protect you. Learn how discovery and proper valuations secure your fair share.

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