Divorce is difficult for everyone involved. Children, however, will make an easier adjustment when the parents work together even if they do not live with each other. Parents typically decide the parenting time schedules that work best for all involved but are...
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Divorce advice: The good, the bad and the ugly
Did you start receiving loads of unsolicited advice as soon as you announced your divorce to your loved ones and colleagues? If your answer to this question is "yes" please know that you are not alone. Unsolicited divorce-related advice is a startlingly common...
3 real estate mistakes people make in divorce
When you're going through a divorce, you are probably feeling an incredible amount of stress and emotion. Making good decisions can be difficult when those emotions run high. However, the ability to remain calm and practical in making decisions is a must, especially...
Overcoming the challenges of co-parenting
Parenting after divorce can seem like a difficult prospect, but doesn't have to be. By following some commonsense guidelines, it is possible to put your differences or feelings for your spouse aside, and get on with parenting in a consistent, fulfilling way that lets...
Top 7 myths about divorce mediation
A couple entering into divorce proceedings has probably heard many tales from friends who have worked through a divorce themselves. Opinions often color perceptions of how the process was handled. In Minnesota, mediation is required if the parties have not come to an...
Considering the family business in your high-asset divorce
When couples marry, they normally begin to slowly combine their efforts into a single, unified and shared mission. This is especially true of married couples who start family businesses and then operate those companies together. These so-called "closely held"...
Proposed change in law may offer hope for grandparents’ rights
Minnesota recognizes that grandparents often play a crucial role in the development of their grandchildren. Grandparents often provide much-needed stability and emotional support which can prove especially beneficial to grandchildren with parents going through...
Use of experts crucial in Minnesota high-asset divorce cases
There are perhaps few things in life less predictable than how individuals will act during their divorce. Many times, that is because the stakes are so high for either spouse. If children are also involved in a divorce, emotions experienced by both spouses can...
Parental kidnapping and Minnesota child custody laws
For most parents there is perhaps nothing more frightening than the idea of losing custody of your children. Unfortunately, some parents engaged in child custody disputes decide to take matters into their own hands instead of relying on the family court system. In a...
Do I need an attorney for a Minnesota prenuptial agreement?
The short answer is no. Minnesota residents are not currently required to have legal representation in order to form a prenuptial agreement. However, the statute that governs such marital arrangements in Minnesota does require that both parties have ample opportunity...