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On August 3, 2024, Lucille Karen Ehrengart filed a petition for dissolution of marriage against John Albert Ehrengart in the Circuit Court of St. Louis County, Missouri. The couple, who married in St. Louis County, has determined their marriage to be irretrievably broken, with no hope of reconciliation.

Lucille, an employed individual, and John, now retired, have been living separately. The petition highlights that there are no minor children involved, and neither party is serving in the armed forces. Lucille does not seek spousal maintenance or financial assistance with legal fees, as she is financially stable. Conversely, John is also financially secure due to his substantial retirement income and can cover his own legal costs.

The couple has accumulated both assets and debts during their marriage. Lucille requests that the court divide their marital property and debts equitably and set aside each party’s separate assets. She also asks the court to approve any marital settlement agreement they might reach or, in the absence of such an agreement, to ensure a fair division of their financial matters.

Represented by Marshall R. Hoekel of Goldson Hoekel, LLC, Lucille is seeking a straightforward dissolution of the marriage, emphasizing fairness in property distribution and the settlement of financial responsibilities.

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