State Ex Rel. Watkins v. Watkins

PREWITT, Judge.

Appellant appeals from a “Judgment of Contempt” finding Appellant in contempt for failing to pay child support and maintenance. Appellant’s brief reflects that he is proceeding “pro se.” Nevertheless, he is held to the same standard as the client of a licensed attorney. Schneller v. GEICO, 873 S.W.2d 679, 680 (Mo.App.1994).

The requirements of Rule 84.04 regarding the filing of briefs are mandatory and absent substantial compliance nothing is preserved for appellate review. See Maroney v. Maroney, 953 S.W.2d 644, 646 (Mo.App.1997). Although the index to Appellant’s brief…