Asking for sole custody in a Minnesota divorce is sometimes a fool's errand because there is little chance of success. There are parents who ask for custody as a way to punish their ex or feel like they won the divorce. Those are not healthy or positive motivations,...
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4 ways that a spouse attempts to hide assets
It does not have to be a bitter divorce for a spouse to attempt to hide assets. Revenge, spite and greed often are at the root of money matters. This includes divorce scenarios. Sometimes, an estranged spouse may disregard certain rules pertaining to money and...
Can you spot the warning signs of parental alienation?
Shared custody has become the gold standard in modern divorces. The courts want parents to work together because that is what is best for the children. Although most couples eventually adjust to shared custody arrangements, sometimes one parent will still do their...
Should you wait for your spouse to approach you about divorcing?
You and your spouse have been together for a long time, but you feel like your marriage has played itself out. Your children have moved out, and you no longer spend much time together at all. You know your spouse is unhappy and has been telling people as much, but...
Divorcing? Your child’s teacher may be able to help
When you’re going through a divorce with children, it can be hard to know what’s on their minds. Most of the time, your children may be at school and interacting with teachers and peers, but that might be helpful to you. Knowing that your children may not come to you...
Coparents: Present a combined front when school issues arise
When you have children and go through a divorce, you and the other parent will still need to coparent. You will have to focus on doing what’s best for your children, even when frustrating things happen. If your children get in trouble at school or get into a fight, do...
3 ways divorcing dependent spouses can finance retirement
Divorce is hard for anyone experiencing the end of a marriage, but it is particularly difficult for those who have been dependent on their spouse for part or all of their marriage. The idea of leaving when your ex is the one earning income or with their name on most...
Can my wife take the children away before our divorce is finalized?
A divorce is often the end result of a years-long process in which the relationship between spouses slowly deteriorates. Occasionally, one parent will decide to move out of the family home before the divorce. If your wife decides to leave while you prepare for...
How divorce impacts retiring women’s finances
Two studies published in the last few years have delved deeper into the impact divorce has on women at or around retirement age. The researchers' findings weren't all that promising. One of the studies published by CNBC suggests that divorce has a significant adverse...
Will the Minnesota family courts punish your ex for cheating?
Divorce proceedings in family court exist to help couples with the difficult task of separating their lives when they end their marriages. However, many people considering a divorce also want to receive justice when they file. If you discovered that your spouse had an...