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Rachel K. Andrew has finally had enough. On August 16, 2024, she filed for divorce in St. Louis County, aiming to cut ties with her husband, Paul F. Andrew III, who is currently incarcerated at the St. Louis City Justice Center. The couple married on July 5, 2014, and after a tumultuous decade, separated just weeks ago on July 2, 2024. Rachel isn’t just asking for a divorce—she’s seeking full custody of their three minor children, all under the age of 8, and a change in their last names. Why? The details remain sealed, but a prior child protection order hints at deeper concerns.
Rachel’s petition paints a grim picture: an irretrievably broken marriage, no hope for reconciliation, and no financial means to support her kids on her own. She’s unemployed, while Paul supposedly earns a substantial wage despite his incarceration. Represented by Ann E. Bauer and Courtney A. Green from The Center for Family Law, Rachel is demanding child support, attorney fees, and a restoration of her maiden name. In a final blow, she’s asking that her children’s names be changed, further distancing them from their father. As the case unfolds, the courtroom will determine if Rachel’s plea for a fresh start will be granted, and at what cost.
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