Making the decision to file for divorce is not easy and individuals who do so have likely spent months or even years trying to work things out with a spouse. When kids are involved, some parents may attempt to stay in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage. However, doing...
Child Custody
Why divorce is on the minds of many this January
It's January and with the 2014 holiday season behind us, many Minneapolis area residents are looking forward to making good on their 2015 resolutions. For some married individuals, the holidays were not filled with the love, joy and happiness that many experience and...
Minneapolis residents with child custody issues need a strong legal advocate
Relationships change and evolve over time. This is especially true when it comes to the relationship between spouses. Financial difficulties, raising children and job responsibilities are just a few of the many issues that can add stress to and lead to the breakdown...
Ensuring for a happy holiday season in the midst of a divorce
While often considered a joyous and happy time of year, the holiday season can be a difficult time for individuals who are going through or who were recently separated or divorced. This is often especially true when shared children are involved. For individuals in...
When it comes to divorce, preparedness and attitude make a big difference
Even in cases where a divorce was an individual’s idea, going through the actual divorce process can take a heavy emotional toll. There are many important decisions that must be considered, negotiated and decided upon when untangling two lives. It's important,...
Child custody in Minnesota
In any break-up or divorce where minor-aged children are involved, matters related to child custody must be determined. When possible, parents are advised to set aside their personal differences and attempt to come together for the benefit of a shared child and...
Divorce disputes over pet ownership becoming more common
Americans love their pets. For many pet owners, a dog or cat provides companionship and unconditional love. What's more, aside from food, water and the occasional scratch behind the ear, a dog or cat doesn't ask for much in return. It's no wonder, therefore, that a...
Helping a child cope with the many changes divorce brings
Divorce and change go hand-in-hand. For parents who are unhappy in a marriage, many of the changes that accompany divorce are welcomed. For a child, however, the many changes that accompany divorce can be both difficult to understand and adjust to. All children want...
Understanding ex parte child custody motions in Minnesota
Minnesota parents who are dealing with child custody issues may be interested in the rules surrounding emergency custody-related court hearings. These hearings do not require notice to the other party, but they are subject to strict requirements. In many cases, child...
Back-to-school advice for divorcees
In the coming weeks, Minneapolis children of all ages will head back to the classroom to start another school year. For those children whose parents are newly divorced or currently going through a divorce; changes in routines, living arrangements and finances may...


