Life looks different when you are young. When you got married, you and your partner had every intention of growing old together. However, as time passes and you go through different phases in your life, your perspectives and outlooks adjust to your new viewpoints....
Divorce
How social media helps uncover lies during a divorce
Many people rely on social media to help stay in contact with friends or family, for shopping or as a resource for hobbies or interests. However, there are times when social media use is destructive and can have a negative impact. For those going through a divorce,...
3 tips for preparing for divorce
The choice to separate from your partner is serious and life-changing. There is no standard amount of time for a divorce. However, the more you are able to work with your spouse to agree on decisions about things like child custody and support, the quicker you will...
How does spousal support work in Minnesota?
Either spouse can request alimony in a Minnesota divorce. The judge will determine whether he or she requires financial support to establish a separate household. Review the factors that influence spousal support in the state if you have considered ending your...
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...
Pros and cons of selling the home before and after divorce
When you and your spouse make the decision to divorce and own a home together, you have options. You might decide to sell the home, or one of you may try to refinance the mortgage to exclude the other party. If you decide to sell your house, you face another important...
3 tips for creating a child custody arrangement
Going through the divorce process is not something that most people envision themselves doing. However, divorce is a common event and can become more complicated when the couple must deal with child custody issues. Creating a child custody arrangement that is in the...
Dividing stocks during divorce
During divorce proceedings in Minnesota, courts will divide all of a couple’s marital property. Married couples commonly have joint bank accounts, but investment accounts are likely to be in only one spouse’s name. Nevertheless, courts may treat the money and open...
A notable American family law phenomenon: baby boomer divorce
People who know a thing or two about family law developments in Minnesota and nationally might confidently assert the following views regarding perceived realities that mark the territory. First, divorce is far from being a rare or controversial process. Indeed, that...
3 common ways to value a business for divorce purposes
If you are planning to end your marriage, you probably already know you must divide marital assets. The business you and your spouse own may be one of the more valuable parts of your marital estate. While there are options for dealing with business ventures during...