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Seven years after their vows in Kansas City, Emily I. Tesene has taken the first formal step to end her marriage to Michael D. Tesene, filing a petition for dissolution on December 10, 2024, in the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County. The couple, who separated on July 20, 2024, now stand on the brink of closing this chapter of their lives, with Emily citing the irretrievable breakdown of their union as the reason for seeking divorce.
Emily, a resident of Overland Park, Kansas, and Michael, of Kansas City, Missouri, share one child born of their marriage. In her petition, Emily proposes a joint custody arrangement under a forthcoming Joint Parenting Plan. She also requests that her address be designated for the child’s educational and mailing purposes. Financial independence appears central to the terms, as Emily does not seek spousal maintenance, asserting both parties can support themselves.
The couple’s Separation Agreement, addressing property division and shared obligations, has already been drawn up. Emily urges the court to approve it as fair and binding. Additionally, she seeks restoration of her maiden name, Emily Ida Landrum, signaling a return to her roots as she navigates this new phase.
With no attorney representation listed for the petitioner, Emily’s request underscores a practical and collaborative approach, emphasizing equitable outcomes for both parties. As the court considers her petition, the echoes of their seven-year journey together are now accompanied by a shared focus on their child’s future and an amicable resolution to their marital dissolution.
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