Did you know that most people who are dealing with family legal issues like divorce resolve them outside of court? With some exceptions, all cases are required to try and mediate the dispute before being tried in court. Most cases settle completely, or at least...
Family Law
How Does Parenting Time Affect Child Support in Minnesota?
Divorce changes families, no doubt. One of the most significant changes to expect is the change in time each parent spends with a child. This is called "parenting time." Decisions regarding parenting time can influence many other areas of a divorce. For instance,...
Guidelines for child support in Minnesota
Too often, people see child support as nothing more than a financial burden on a parent. However, child support is essential to the well-being and care of a child, and it serves as a means of ensuring that both parents contribute to child's life. Considering how...
What does “just and equitable” mean in the context of property division?
Photo cred: Roman Kraft In any Minnesota divorce, marital assets will be eligible for just and equitable distribution. This means that the assets accumulated during your marriage will be split in a manner deemed equitable, or fair. However, what's "fair" can mean...
3 Reasons to have a Prenup if you are a Millennial
Photo cred: Ryan Holloway Getting married should be one of the happiest events in a person's life, but--as uncomfortable as it may sound--making plans for life after marriage can be crucial. While it may seem unnecessary or even impolite to think about divorce in the...