Emotions can easily run high in divorce. However, in Minnesota, co-parents should try to maintain a respectful and constructive approach during proceedings. This is particularly true regarding discussions about the other parent. Speaking negatively about the co-parent...
Child Custody
Do the courts still favor mothers in child custody decisions?
In the realm of family law, the issue of child custody is a delicate matter that requires a balanced and fair approach. Over the years, the question of whether courts still tend to favor mothers in child custody cases has been a topic of discussion. Historical...
How does mental health affect custody decisions
Divorce is messy, especially when you have children. However, it gets more challenging when one or more parents have a mental illness. This is how mental illness can impact child custody decisions. The best interest of the child In most custody cases, judges focus on...
Keeping your child’s relationships alive after divorce
When parents think about child custody, what comes to mind first is dividing the time each parent will spend with their child. This goal often takes over and can become the most important consideration for parents when considering child custody. However, your child...
Tips for following your parenting time schedule
Children of divorced parents usually benefit from spending time with both parents. Following your court-ordered parenting time schedule is essential to maintaining positive parent-child relationships. Parenting time, formerly known as visitation, is the time that you...
3 more mistakes to avoid in your co-parenting relationship
Managing a co-parenting relationship and sustaining your child custody agreement can be challenging, especially when your relationship is less than cordial. When you are managing a custody arrangement and co-parenting with an ex, there are things you should be mindful...
Modifying child support amounts in Minnesota
During a divorce, the court may set child support amounts based on both the children’s needs and the circumstances of each parent. However, these factors are unlikely to remain the same as children grow and ex-spouses navigate their separate lives. In Minnesota,...
How to document suspected parental alienation
Custody battles can bring out the worst in otherwise decent parents. While your ex-spouse may be bitter toward you, he or she should respect the relationship you have with your kids. If your former husband or wife actively tries to destroy that relationship, he or she...
Mental illness and child custody: What to know
Divorce is always difficult when you have children with your spouse. It can be even more complex if a parent has a mental illness. Although a mental health condition can affect a custody decision, a judge considers many variables. Courts base parenting time on your...
Nesting may give your post-divorce family a short-term boost
Even if you and your spouse have decided your marriage is over, you are each likely to experience anger, sadness or even depression. Because of their maturity level, your children may face harsher emotional side effects. Providing stability is one of the more...