Every year, obligor-parents fail to pay millions of dollars in child support, causing obligees across Minnesota to struggle financially. In fact, statistics from the Minnesota Department of Human Services show that about 77 percent of child support cases have some...

Ending an unfulfilling or unsafe marriage is not an easy decision to make. People rarely decide to do so without considerable thought and examination of alternatives. Thus, if you are ready to end your marriage and file for divorce, knowing that your spouse "objects"...

Financial security after divorce can be a primary concern for anyone about to end their marriage. And it can be especially troubling for someone who was financially dependent on their spouse. However, while your finances will change, options like pursuing spousal...

Many people say that the key to a good marriage is good communication. The same could be said for a good divorce. When parties communicate effectively during a split, they can reach agreements more quickly and avoid costly missteps. Here are some tips for improving...

A divorce can be challenging on multiple levels, especially when creating a parenting time schedule for your child. Knowing what types of schedules are appropriate given a child's developmental stage can help minimize problems and make for an outcome that serves your...

The road to and through divorce is rarely a straight line. There are periods where things seem calm and times when there is so much happening it can be quite overwhelming. During times when the case seems to be making little progress, some people feel uncertain about...

Most people enter into marriage believing their union will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, as the years go on,  many couples find themselves growing apart. While approximately half of all marriages end in divorce, many people never see it coming. Fortunately, a...

Last year was stressful and upsetting for numerous reasons, from a global pandemic and high unemployment rates, to untimely deaths and financial strain. These stressors were enough to push many marriages past their breaking points. Those contemplating divorce don't...

Even if you want to divorce your spouse, you may want to avoid the courtroom battles that can come with traditional divorce proceedings. As you consider alternatives, you may wonder whether you and your spouse are good candidates for a successful mediation. If you two...

Communication is an integral part of marriage, and often, it breaks down when that relationship nears its end. This is one reason why divorce can become so contentious. However, if you can practice effective, responsible communication during your divorce, you may find...