It is inevitable that many things about your life will change when you go through a divorce. You may have to adjust to new financial circumstances, and you might find that you see your kids at different times as they go between homes. You may also face the possibility of moving, which may be an overwhelming prospect at this point in your life. You may feel like it would be best for you and your kids if you try to keep the family home.  There are many different factors that go into what happens to the family home during a divorce. You may want to keep it, but that does not necessarily mean ..read more

If you’re a Minnesota parent whose relationship with your spouse is contentious, navigating a divorce might be challenging. As in all divorces that include children, you and your ex must work out a parenting agreement. You must resolve numerous child custody issues, which can be difficult if the two of you can barely be in the same room without arguing. There’s a custody option that is often beneficial for parents in cases like this. Parallel parenting is a child custody term referring to a system of co-parenting following a divorce where the former spouses in question can’t stand the sight of ..read more

The Minnesota family court system sees many cases where one or both parents may wish to modify the child custody order. While the court does try to order custody arrangements that are beneficial to the well-being of the child, sometimes changes may be necessary. If you have a legitimate reason to request a change to your custody order, you can petition the court to hear your case. Valid reasons for child custody order modifications may lead to the desired changes if the court deems them to be in the best interest of the child. Reasons to ask for modification Sometimes circumstances may change ..read more

While no one enters a marriage assuming that the relationship will end at some point in the future, it is often beneficial to consider what will happen in the event of a divorce. If you are preparing to marry, it may seem like an unromantic or distressing prospect to consider during this time of joy and celebration. In reality, however, there are many reasons why a Minnesota couple should consider drafting a prenuptial agreement before walking down the aisle.  A prenup is a legal contract that outlines what will happen in the event of a divorce. It can specify how a couple will divide the ..read more

One of the most difficult decisions you will make is the one to end your marriage. Even if you believe this choice is best for you and your kids, it is still one that will bring significant changes for every member of your family, and it is important not to overlook how your kids will handle this information. You understand how critical it is to be sensitive and careful when discussing this matter with your kids, starting with the initial conversation you have with them.  It is beneficial to be careful, thoughtful and honest when you and the other parent have this conversation with your k ..read more

One of the most significant impacts you will experience after making the decision to end your marriage is in your finances. Even if you earn your own income and have a fair property division settlement, you will likely find yourself navigating changes in lifestyle and more. As you face your post-divorce future in Minnesota, you may wonder if you could be eligible for spousal support, also called spousal maintenance or alimony.  The intent of this type of financial support is to provide a spouse with what is necessary to offset the economic hardship often brought about by a divorce. These ..read more

When walking through a divorce, you will experience changes in multiple areas of your life. You may need to move, or you may have to adjust to a new schedule regarding how often you will see your children. It is difficult to immediately know exactly how your life will change because of your divorce, but you already know that it is important to secure terms that allow you to have security and stability long into the future.   One important element of your future stability is seeking a fair division of all marital property. In Minnesota, the law requires equitable division of property ..read more

As a parent, one of your most important priorities after your divorce is ensuring that your child has what he or she needs for stability and security. In addition to allowing your child to have a consistent relationship with both parents, he or she also needs financial support. The intent of child support is to ensure that a child has what he or she needs for daily life. The non-custodial parent or higher-earning parent is who often pays support. Whether you believe you will be eligible to receive these payments, or you think that you may have to pay child support, it is important that you und ..read more

When you are going through a divorce, one of your primary concerns will be how often you will get to see your children. You know that the end of your marriage will result in changes to your relationship with your kids, and you will want to ensure that the decisions you make will allow you to maintain a strong relationship with the youngest members of your family. In cases where the parents will not share custody, an understanding of visitation is helpful. Visitation is the amount of time that the non-custodial parent will have with his or her children. There are different types of visitation ..read more

Co-parenting can sometimes be emotionally draining and complicated, even when parents have the best intentions. As a parent, you must be well-informed and prepared to make decisions for yourself and your children. If you are co-parenting, it is also essential to consider the other parent and how the decisions you make involving the children affect the other parent and their relationship with your children. Despite many parents’ best intentions, co-parenting mistakes happen. This does not mean that co-parenting is ineffective or that you should give up on it; after all, research consistently sh ..read more