While marriage is a union of hearts, it also represents a financial alliance. Over time, couples may find their financial circumstances change, creating a need for a postnuptial agreement. Such an agreement, though not steeped in romantic notions, can serve as a tool...
Family Law
What should you know about prenuptial agreements?
If marriage is on the horizon, it may be a good time to talk to your future spouse about a prenuptial agreement, a contract defining the rights of each spouse regarding assets and debts. This important document has a bad reputation, but they are more common than ever....
Bonding activities for families going through divorce
Divorce can put a strain on a once-strong parent-child relationship. Even after time passes, the introduction of new partners or changes in life can present unique challenges. Taking time for bonding activities can reaffirm the parent-child connection and ease the...
What Minnesota considers when one parent wants to leave the state
When you co-parent with someone in Minnesota, you may need to get certain permissions when you want to do something with the child you share together. Moving out of the state with your child is just one example of something you may not do without either the approval...
How should you tell your children about your divorce?
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may have concerns about what lies ahead, especially if you have children. You may worry about how your children will cope with the news of your divorce and adjust to new routines. According to the Centers...
3 ways to prep for divorce in the new year
As you ring in the new year, you may have added divorce to your resolution list. Often dubbed Divorce Month, January often reflects the desire for new beginnings. After you have carefully considered and landed on divorce as the best option, the following three steps...
How can you improve communication during your divorce?
When you and your spouse decide to get divorced, it may become increasingly difficult to communicate with one another. Feelings of anger, resentment, frustration and sadness may cloud your ability to talk to your spouse and work through pertinent issues to settle your...
How can you use social media during a divorce?
Social media is something you likely use on a daily basis. You probably check social media several times daily to catch up with friends, learn about new topics, stay up to date on the news, entertain yourself etc. Most people have similar social media habits and...
What is “nesting?”
Many divorcing parents have one thing at the forefront of their mind: the children. Divorce is stressful for everybody, and many parents focus heavily on how to make it easier on their kids. One such method gaining popularity is a “nesting” living situation. Nesting...
Reviewing data on the characteristics of custodial parents
If you are thinking about getting divorced or recently ended your marriage and you have kids, it is important to carefully go over child custody issues. Aside from reviewing your options and doing everything in your power to protect the best interests of your child,...