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In a petition for dissolution of marriage filed on May 16, 2024, in the Circuit Court of St. Louis County, Missouri, Justin Futrell seeks to dissolve his marriage with Anna Futrell. Represented by his attorney, Michael P. O’Shea of Family Law Partners, LLC, Justin outlines several key points in his petition. He has been a resident of Missouri for more than ninety days preceding the filing and currently resides in Eureka, Missouri. Anna is believed to be residing in Chicago, Illinois.

The couple married on August 22, 2023, in Kitsap County, Washington, and separated in December 2023. The petition notes that neither party is a member of the armed forces and asserts that the marriage is irretrievably broken. There is one minor child from their union, for whom no custody arrangements have been made. The child has resided with Justin since February 2024, making Missouri the appropriate jurisdiction under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act.

The proposed parenting plan submitted by Justin advocates for joint legal and physical custody of the minor child. This plan is deemed to be in the child’s best interests, ensuring both parents are involved in the child’s upbringing. Justin emphasizes that both parties are employed and capable of financially contributing to the child’s needs.

The petition further states that neither party requires maintenance, as both are capable of self-support. Each party should be responsible for their own attorney’s fees. Justin requests the court to equitably divide the marital property and debts, refrain from ordering maintenance, and endorse his proposed parenting plan.

In conclusion, Justin seeks a fair and just resolution, with the court recognizing the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, equitable division of assets and debts, and shared custody of the minor child in accordance with the proposed parenting plan.

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