Minnesota Law Prohibits Couples from Including Child Custody or Support in Their Prenups and Postnups Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements focus on financial matters, like protecting family wealth or a business interest. But we sometimes hear from clients who ask us to include provisions related to child custody and child support.  We understand the reasoning: You’re...Read More

How to Get the Emotional Support You Need During a Later-Life Divorce Divorce is one of the most difficult experiences people encounter, but it can be especially challenging when it happens later in life. Most people expect their golden years to be stable. They envision a happy retirement, enjoying the fruits of their hard work....Read More

What You Should Know About End-of-Life Options and the Law At the end of life, people often lose the ability to make healthcare decisions. Some encounter an emergency that leaves them unable to communicate. Others experience illness so severe that they cannot clearly understand their options or express their wishes. In Minnesota, several laws and...Read More

Advance Directives Bring Peace of Mind to Minnesotans It’s natural to put off making decisions about end-of-life care, especially if you’re currently healthy. It’s easy for estate planning work to fall to the bottom of your to-do list. But having an advance directive in place is important. If you have one, you and your loved...Read More

Understanding When to File Claims for Workers’ Comp or Personal Injury In Minnesota If you have a work-related injury, you may be wondering what your options are for taking legal action and receiving compensation. Should you talk to your insurance company? Your employer? A lawyer?  It’s difficult when you aren’t sure what your options are....Read More

Learn What To Expect From a Plea Bargain in Minnesota You might have heard of a plea bargain in a criminal case. But what is it, really? And should you take one if it’s offered? Here’s some key information from the criminal defense lawyers at our Elk River law firm. In some criminal cases, prosecutors...Read More

Examining Changes in Law Enforcement Practices Police reform is the process of changing the policies, procedures, and practices of law enforcement agencies to improve their effectiveness, accountability, and fairness. It can encompass various issues, including using force, community engagement, training, recruitment, and transparency. The goal of police reform is to create a police force that...Read More

Here’s What to Expect On Minnesota’s Legal Cannabis Journey in 2024  It’s been a year since adults became legally able to possess cannabis in Minnesota, but the retail market is still relatively small. As Minnesota develops a licensing structure, we’ll likely see the market grow. Here’s how changing laws are affecting cannabis businesses and users...Read More

Here’s What to Expect When You Go to Court in Minnesota—and After Court Is Done Navigating Minnesota’s criminal justice system can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t understand the process or what may be coming next. Here’s some guidance on trials and sentencing from the criminal defense team at our Elk River law firm.  The...Read More

Here’s What You Need to Know About Legal Weed in Minnesota When it comes to marijuana laws, a lot has changed in our state in the last few years. Here are some key things you should know about Minnesota cannabis laws and their implications. Minnesota has taken steps in cannabis legalization, but it remains an...Read More