You Want a Divorce. Now What? For most people, the decision to get a divorce is incredibly difficult. It often comes after months, years, or even decades of frustration and disappointment that have finally reached a breaking point. Once you, or perhaps your partner, make the life-changing choice to dissolve your marriage, a hundred other...Read More

Divorce and Marital Property in Minnesota  Divorce is a complex and emotionally taxing process. One of the biggest causes of stress in a divorce is the division of marital property, especially when dealing with a family home.  A common question we get is, “Who gets the house in a divorce in Minnesota?” The answer to...Read More

Marital Versus Non-Marital Property Under Minnesota Law Simply put, non-marital property is anything that isn’t marital property. Given this seemingly basic definition, people are often surprised at what will be considered marital property in a divorce or legal separation proceeding.  If there isn’t an exception that allows you to exclude an item of property from...Read More

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

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

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

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

How Are Divorce Settlements Enforced? We often find people having trouble with enforcing divorce settlements. When you finalized your divorce, you signed a settlement agreement. This is essentially a court-approved contract that outlines how your assets and debts should be split.   You also set up a schedule for items like alimony and child support. Whether...Read More