Disclaimer: All facts gleaned from the filings stated hereafter are only as truthful as the petitioner. The tone of this article expresses a style of writing historically employed by America’s greatest writers and, as such, is for opinion purposes only. No intentional harm is due. Do not read if the topic of divorce (even your own) causes you emotional distress. Continue at your own risk.
In St. Louis County, Missouri, Rachael A. Maurer has filed for the dissolution of her marriage to Nathanial W. Maurer, ending a 14-year union that began on August 28, 2010. Despite continuing to live together with their two children, aged 12 and 10, at their shared residence, Rachael declares the marriage irretrievably broken as of the filing date, September 10, 2024.
Rachael, represented by Stephanie L. Jones of Jones Family Law Group, LLC, requests joint legal and physical custody of the children, seeking the court’s approval for child support based on Missouri’s laws. While both parents remain gainfully employed, Rachael indicates she is unable to meet her reasonable needs on her own and asks for spousal maintenance.
The petition lays out a case where the family has not faced any custody disputes in the past, nor are there claims by third parties regarding visitation rights. Rachael emphasizes that their marital property should be equitably divided, but makes it clear she also possesses non-marital property she wishes to retain. In addition, she is asking the court to order Nathanial to contribute to her attorney fees and restore her maiden name, Rachael Taylor. The path forward? An equitable division of property, debt, and custodial arrangements—all while she seeks financial stability for herself and the children.
Please contact VowBreakers for access to documents related to the case.
