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Daniel R. Henderson has filed for the dissolution of his marriage to Erin M. Smith in the Circuit Court of St. Charles County, Missouri, on May 22, 2024. Represented by Brian Langley of Langley Law Firm, LLC, Daniel outlines the breakdown of their marriage, which began on May 11, 2019. The couple constructively separated on May 2, 2024, citing an irretrievably broken marriage with no likelihood of reconciliation.

Daniel and Erin, both long-time residents of Missouri, share two minor children. The petition asserts that the children have lived in Missouri with both parents for over six months preceding the filing. Daniel emphasizes the absence of any ongoing legal proceedings or claims involving the children from third parties. He states that joint legal and physical custody is in the children’s best interests and requests the court to order child support following Missouri Supreme Court Rule 88.01 and Form 14 guidelines.

The petition notes that both parties possess separate non-marital property and have accumulated marital assets and debts. Neither party is currently serving in the armed forces. Daniel’s filing requests an equitable division of these assets and liabilities.

Moreover, Daniel seeks a fair division of marital property and debts, adherence to any existing marital settlement agreements, and appropriate child support arrangements. He also prays for joint custody of the children, highlighting that both he and Erin are fit to co-parent.

This filing initiates the legal process to end their marriage, with Daniel detailing their shared responsibilities and financial considerations, aiming for a resolution that serves the best interests of their children and respects their individual contributions and assets.

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