Family Law

The divorce process can bring up many difficulties and emotions, especially when the divorcing couple has significant assets. The division of property becomes highly contentious as both parties often seek to retain as much as possible. For example, before leaving, one...

An item of concern for many divorcing couples is spousal maintenance. You might worry you cannot afford to live if you must pay maintenance to your ex-spouse. Or, if you relied on your spouse for support, you might have concerns about living without it. According to...

than tying the knot. Clearing the hurdle of separation can be a challenge, even under ideal circumstances. Each state has unique rules when it comes to the dissolution of marriage. It is best to know what they are before taking action. Requirements for divorce in...

When spouses share a child, they may wonder who gets custody if they divorce. Since each case is unique, it can be challenging to know how a court might assign custody of a child. Understanding common misconceptions can help dispel myths while providing information...

Accumulating wealth is generally a good thing. However, it does make divorce more complicated. Minnesota follows the equitable property distribution model. According to Minnesota Statutes 518.58, the court measures several factors and attempts to divide the property...

If you decide to file for divorce in Minnesota, you likely know that you and your attorney will have to navigate the state’s divorce laws as you work towards finalizing the end of your marriage. Along with child custody and spousal support, property division is one of...

As you may have discovered, there are two equally correct ways to view a divorce. It is the dissolution of a relationship, the final acknowledgment that marriage simply did not work as hoped. Divorce is also a new beginning, an opportunity for two individuals to set...

Going through a divorce is a challenging and emotional process. It is even more difficult when you and your spouse have children together. Sometimes, bad feelings between spouses can create a situation where one parent knowingly or accidentally turns the children...

As you age, you may find yourself contemplating divorce more often and wondering what comes next. Gray divorces present some unique financial and emotional struggles, and it is important to keep them in mind while going through this process. Retirement issues...

Financial disagreements are often at the root of marital issues, and during divorce those disagreements may lead to intense anxiety, fear and resentment about an anticipated court-ordered division of money and property. Many divorcing spouses find it tempting to try...