Family Law
How couples can divide retirement accounts during divorce
Many people recognize that divorce could lead to financial instability. The divorce process itself can be expensive, and people have to arrange to divide their resources with a spouse. People considering divorce often worry about whether the end of a marriage might...
How long does an obligation to pay child support last?
Many Minnesota residents are parents who are divorced. One of the major concerns for them after their split is child support; while one parent receives payments on behalf of their children, the other must pay. No matter which side of this support you’re on, it’s...
What is the purpose of a Minnesota prenuptial agreement?
According to MPR News, more than 33,000 weddings were planned in Minnesota in 2022. It’s not guaranteed that all of those weddings went according to plan, but 33,000 is a significant amount. Some of the couples probably signed prenuptial agreements before saying “I...
Financial concerns in divorce
Divorce in Minnesota, and elsewhere, can be emotionally charged and complex. Whether a couple has been married for a short period of time or has been together for decades, there are several financial concerns that they must consider before proceeding with a divorce....
Dividing retirement assets in a divorce
Divvying up the retirement accounts is an inevitable aspect of any divorce. The division of these accounts works similarly to the way other forms of property are split. Throughout the process of splitting up your retirement assets in Minnesota, the best thing you can...
Is it time to modify your custody agreement?
Child custody agreements are very important for the welfare of parents and children alike in Minnesota. If you are dealing with child custody issues, it is important to know how child custody agreements work, including when to modify them. There are certain things...
Dealing with custody prior to a divorce
Parents in Minnesota may want to know how they can gain child custody before getting divorced. Some divorces take a long time to become final. There are also many unmarried couples who have children. If the relationship doesn't work out, there are certain ways to deal...