Going through a divorce isn’t easy, and the litigation process can make it that much harder. Fortunately, you don’t need to go through a stressful, lengthy, and contentious battle in court to end your marriage. In Minnesota, there are several for… Read More

If you and your spouse have decided to part ways, creating a solid parenting plan that meets the best interests of your children is crucial. This is a document that is not only required by the court — but it can also help lay a positive foundation… Read More

For many people, the holiday season means making memories and sharing traditions with their family. But while this can be a joyful time of year, the holidays can also be emotionally difficult if you recently went through a divorce or separation. You… Read More

When you end a marriage, you don’t only divorce your spouse — you also part ways with your former in-laws. However, you may have developed a strong bond with your in-laws and wish to keep in touch with them. Or if you have children, you might hav… Read More

Spousal maintenance, also referred to as spousal support or alimony, is payment made by the higher earning spouse to the other after divorce. It is meant to maintain the financial status quo and help ensure that a financially dependent spouse is able… Read More

Family law mediation is a process where a divorcing couple meets with a mediator to discuss unresolved divorce issues. Getting a divorce is a difficult process, but it is not necessarily an ugly, combative one. Alternatives to divorce litigation are… Read More

After the divorce proceedings are over and the final judgment has been issued, there are still many loose ends that may need to be tied up. It’s important to create a post-divorce checklist to keep yourself organized as you go through the process o… Read More

When a marriage is dissolved, it can take a major toll on parents and their children. However, when there is a special needs child involved there are additional issues that need to be addressed. Parents must be willing to work collaboratively on thes… Read More