The holiday season can be a sensitive time for anyone but for those going through divorce, or trying to move on after the process of divorce, it can be even more difficult. Some people struggle with moving on at this time of year due to past hurts, children who need to split time with families … [Read more...] about Dealing With Holiday Depression While Going Through A Divorce
Minnesota Family Law
How to Deal with an Unreasonable Ex
Often, during the divorce process, there are times when one party becomes entirely unreasonable. They won’t agree, refuse to be reasonable, and generally make themselves a giant pain in the you-know-what. Some people, in the throws of divorce, lose their ability to reason, and that can make the … [Read more...] about How to Deal with an Unreasonable Ex
Adult Children of Divorce: No Matter What Their Age, the Kids Are Affected
In the divorce world, we get so focused on the children under the age of 18. Children between the ages of 18 and 21 may get a moment’s notice, but children over the age of 21 are routinely ignored. Unfortunately, children are always affected by their parents’ divorce: if they are 5, 25, or 55. … [Read more...] about Adult Children of Divorce: No Matter What Their Age, the Kids Are Affected
5 Things Couples Need to Know Before Buying Real Estate
Buying a house can be an exciting, and overwhelming, time. For couples purchasing real estate there are some legal consequences they should be aware of. All too often these consequences are not considered until the relationship has soured and a court case is imminent. Here are 5 things that … [Read more...] about 5 Things Couples Need to Know Before Buying Real Estate
Creating the Perfect Child Custody/Parenting Time Arrangement for Your Children
One of the most difficult things in any paternity or divorce case is figuring out the schedule for your children – this comes into play when talking about both physical custody and parenting time. In Minnesota, physical custody is the routine, daily care of the children. Parties can have joint … [Read more...] about Creating the Perfect Child Custody/Parenting Time Arrangement for Your Children
Don’t I need a legal separation before the divorce?
This is only one misconception that we tend to get from Hollywood. In Minnesota, a legal separation is not a prerequisite for a divorce. (In fact, Minnesota does not have any requirement for a separation period before divorce). While many couples do physically separate prior to or in contemplation … [Read more...] about Don’t I need a legal separation before the divorce?
How can you help a friend going through divorce?
A divorce can be one of the most difficult times for someone to experience. A relationship that was meant to be a lifelong commitment is ending. At least one spouse will need to find a new place to live. Both spouses will be dealing with dividing property and debt; replacing property awarded to the … [Read more...] about How can you help a friend going through divorce?
Checking The Prenup Off Your Pre-Wedding To-Do List In Minnesota
Wedding planning can be so much fun in Minnesota. There’s the dress, the photographer, the caterer, and the flowers. One area which can get overlooked, however, is the prenuptial agreement. Sure, it might not seem like as much fun as tasting cakes and picking your first dance song, but … [Read more...] about Checking The Prenup Off Your Pre-Wedding To-Do List In Minnesota
Post Divorce Spring Cleaning – Change Up Your Interior Design
As any Minnesota divorce attorney can testify, after a divorce, clients are ready for a positive change. Often this desire for change is coupled with drab surroundings at home. You may find yourself in a new and unfamiliar place after the divorce. Or you may have a former spouse who left you with a … [Read more...] about Post Divorce Spring Cleaning – Change Up Your Interior Design
