There is often a lot at stake when you are undergoing a divorce, especially when it comes to matters of asset division. If you anticipate a particularly contentious divorce, or if either you or your spouse are business owners, then you need to come equipped with every...
Divorce
Can I keep the house even when it is marital property?
Divorce is complicated enough, but the process becomes even more complex if you own a home with your ex-spouse. According to Minnesota statutes, the court attempts to divide marital property in a manner they deem just and equitable. However, the court’s idea of just...
Divorce mediation may lead to less stress, better outcomes
If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you may be dreading a costly, combative legal process. You may also have deep concerns about what types of decisions a judge may make on crucial issues like separating your assets, determining support payments and...
The well-being of children and what divorcing parents can do
The fallout of a marriage ending is life-changing for a couple who thought that their union would last forever. For children, it represents trauma that can have long-term psychological effects. They are the true casualties of divorce. For them, life has been turned...
In divorce, what to do with the house?
For many divorcing couples, the family home is the largest asset that you will need to divide. It also presents some unique challenges for the divorcing spouses. For instance, if there are young children, the parents may not want to disrupt their stability by forcing...
Will your spouse’s affair help you during your upcoming divorce?
A spouse who conducts an extramarital affair can do permanent damage to the very foundation of trust upon which a marriage is built. It is often impossible for couples to recover from the destruction that results from the discovery of adultery. Although couples may...
These signs may point you toward divorce
No one looks forward to starting the divorce process, but if your marriage is on the rocks, you may begin to think about what the future will bring. It's important to pay attention to the many signs of impending divorce, as these may give you the time you need to save...
How Minnesota courts deal with the family home in a divorce
A divorce is a time of significant change in your life. In addition to ending a defining relationship in your life, you will also likely have to experience changes in your housing situation and your relationship with your children. It is perfectly normal and natural...
Why people get a divorce
Minnesota couples know that marriage can be hard work and that many end in divorce. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 22 percent of couples who have been married for five years will go through a marriage disruption in the form of a death,...
Asset protection is possible without prenup
While prenuptial agreements are one of the best tools when it comes to protecting assets in case of a divorce, many people are hesitant about them. Fortunately, there are ways for Minnesota residents to protect their assets without a prenup. First, a couple does not...