Human hands signing divorce contract, close-up. Wedding rings with divorce agreement. Visual concept for a family law blog discussing why having an attorney draft your divorce settlement is crucial and can help you avoid court and protect your finances.

Keeping Your Divorce Private: Why You Need an Attorney to Draft Your Divorce Settlement

June 18th, 2025
Posted By
Louise E. Livesay-Al
A divorce settlement agreement, which becomes a Judgment and Decree, if arrived at by joint agreement, is a contract between you and your spouse that resolves the issues relating to your divorce. All issues relating to division of assets, parenting a… Read More
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Categories: Divorce, Do It Yourself Divorce
Couple sitting on bed with their backs facing each other. They are having problems in marriage and are considering a Do It Yourself Divorce.

Why a Do It Yourself Divorce Will Actually Cost You

December 4th, 2024
Posted By
Louise E. Livesay-Al
Divorce can be a difficult, painful, and sometimes expensive process. How people go through a divorce can make it less painful, but people may try to save money by doing it themselves. While a do-it-yourself divorce is entirely possible under Minneso… Read More
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Categories: Collaborative Divorce, Do It Yourself Divorce
Shot of a young couple having an argument while sitting on their couch at home visual concept for family law blog discussing the pitfalls of a do it yourself divorce.

Pitfalls of a Do-it-Yourself Divorce

September 3rd, 2024
Posted By
Louise E. Livesay-Al
Many people mistakenly believe that a do-it-yourself divorce will be faster and more cost-effective than hiring an attorney. But the opposite is usually true — without getting the legal assistance you need, you could risk making costly mistakes tha… Read More
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Categories: Do It Yourself Divorce