Understanding How Mental Health Affects Family Law Matters in Minnesota  Mental health can affect everything in a person’s life. But for many years, it was rarely talked about.  As times change and the stigma associated with mental health issues decreases, courts are increasingly acknowledging the impact of mental illness on family law cases. In Minnesota,...Read More

Understanding a Wife’s Legal Rights in a Minnesota Divorce Every divorce is unique. While the laws are consistent, their application depends on many factors. For example, was there a prenuptial agreement? Did the couple own real estate or a business? Did they have children? It’s important to note that splitting assets during a divorce in...Read More

6 Ways Minnesota Lawyers Find Hidden Assets During the Divorce Process  No two divorces are exactly the same. Each one involves unique facts that can significantly affect the outcome. However, there are some common patterns that courts see over and over again. One of these patterns involves sudden business troubles, where a spouse who ran...Read More

Here’s What You Should Know When You’re Getting Ready To Go to Court People go to court for many reasons, and not everyone knows what to expect. The uncertainty can feel overwhelming.  One of the best ways to calm your pre-court anxiety is to prepare properly and to speak with your lawyer. Here are some...Read More

Understanding Your Prenup Attorney’s Role A prenuptial agreement is an important document that can have lifelong implications. When you’re caught up in the excitement and romance of an engagement, it may be tempting to cut corners. You might consider going with a free or do-it-yourself prenuptial agreement. These options can be a bad idea. In...Read More

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

How Minnesota Law Protects Your Relationship With Your Grandchildren  It’s usually true that grandparents would do anything for their grandkids. At our Elk River, Minnesota, law firm, we often hear from heartbroken grandparents who worry about how family situations will affect their rights as grandparents. If you’re interested in protecting your rights as a grandparent...Read More

What Older People Should Keep in Mind When Getting a Divorce Divorce is a challenging and emotional process, and it becomes even more complex when it occurs later in life. This phenomenon, known as a “grey divorce,” has been gaining attention in the field of family law. The phrase “gray divorce” refers to divorces among...Read More

The Role a Guardian Ad Litem Plays Is Significant In child custody cases in Minnesota, there are instances where it becomes necessary to involve an expert who can meet with all parties involved, including the children, and provide recommendations to the court. This expert is known as a guardian ad litem. Here’s what you should...Read More