What Does Spousal Maintenance Include In Minnesota? What You Should Know About Alimony Divorce is full of tough issues, including the possibility that one spouse may need to financially support the other for a while. Not surprisingly, the parties often disagree about whether spousal maintenance is necessary and, if it is indeed needed, how much...Read More

The Timeline of Divorce Varies Depending on Circumstances Divorce can be emotionally draining and financially expensive, which is why most people want the process to take as little time as possible. How long a divorce takes will depend on your specific situation, needs and goals. No two divorces are exactly the same.  Contested Divorce Takes...Read More

What Should I Do if My Child Is Being Tried as an Adult? When Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult? Children under 14 are not tried as adults in Minnesota. However, if your child is over the age of 14, there’s a possibility they may be tried as an adult. The type of...Read More

Can and Should You Take Control of Your Divorce? The divorce process is rarely easy. Dividing lives that were so closely connected is bound to come with conflict. When children are involved, the problems can be more intense. One unfortunate truth for many is that even a relatively easy divorce can be a slow process. ...Read More

How Does Custody Work When It Comes To Summer Vacation? Child Custody After Divorce: What to Do About Summer Break Summer break is a time of fun in the sun and memory-making. Yet, the first summer break after your divorce can feel a bit confusing when you have littles. You may have a ton of...Read More

Testifying in Court Can Be Stressful—Here’s What to Expect As A Witness Taking the stand is not an everyday occurrence for most people. It can be nerve-racking to participate in such an unfamiliar and serious process. Criminal trials can have grave consequences and every participant can feel that weight on their shoulders.  How Likely Is...Read More

The Basics About Who Gets Custody When most people think about child custody, they think of disputes and arguments that can get so bad they eventually have to be resolved in court. While sometimes it can go that far, many custody cases are settled out of court. There are various ways parents can reach a...Read More

Does A Child Have Any Say In Custody Battles? Most divorcing or separating parents have serious concerns and questions about child custody. The parents may no longer get along, but they usually want to do everything they can to have strong relationships with their children, and where the kids live has a lot to do...Read More

What Are The Different Types of Custody? When it comes to child custody and divorce, legal terms can get confusing fast. Terms like “joint custody” and “sole custody” can be difficult to understand, especially in the middle of a highly charged emotional situation. Let us help you understand the differences between joint and sole custody...Read More

What Should Divorced Couples Do For The Holidays? The holidays are a magical time that brings people closer together. And as the holidays approach us, you might be wondering if you should spend the holidays with your ex-spouse after divorce, especially if you have children. Whether or not you do so depends on your relationship...Read More