Lakeville Family Law Blog

Even under normal conditions, domestic abuse is a frightening experience which can negatively impact a person to the point where they are constantly fearful for their safety. However, when the alleged assailant of that crime is also a wealthy and influence person, the...

Many Minnesotans are familiar with the name Bode Miller -- thousands watched him ski his way to an Olympic bronze medal in Sochi in February. What most Americans do not know, however, is that Mr. Miller is currently involved in a long-term child custody dispute with...

When a marriage ends in Minnesota, an attorney can assist with what is called the "legal divorce," that is, ending your marriage in the eyes of the law. Some couples also choose to go through a "religious divorce," meaning they end their marriage according to the laws...

Readers who have their fingers on the pop culture pulse will undoubtedly be aware the singer Kanye West and reality television star Kim Kardashian are preparing to tie the knot. The wedding, which will take place in May, will likely attract the attention of news...

It is common for Minnesota spouses to share everything in marriage. In some cases, that means the family business as well. Spouses frequently go into business together, jointly creating a company that they grow and evolve together. It is generally a great way for two...

Most Minnesotans are familiar with the concept of a prenuptial agreement. These legal documents are signed before a couple gets married; they determine many important factors that will come into play if the couple decides to get a divorce. The division of property,...

Child custody cases are some of the most important legal issues you may ever have to face. The results of your child custody determination will have sweeping effects on the lives of everyone in your family. It stands to reason, then, that many child custody cases are...

Here in Minnesota and across the country, we are still feeling the aftereffects of the real estate bubble that collapsed near the end of the last decade. The economic downturn harmed many families, leading to strained budgets and strained relationships. Nowhere is...

Many people understand that the divorce rate in America today is extremely high. Though the exact numbers vary from study to study, it seems clear that a significant percentage of marriages will end in divorce. Many spouses, then, are looking to prenuptial agreements...

Here in Minnesota, judges can award spousal support as a way to provide for a more equitable divorce. Spousal support, more commonly known as alimony, is a court order designed to help a spouse cope with the economic impact of a divorce. Spouses who are asked to pay...