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COVID-19 Pandemic Adding Some Complications to Divorce

The COVID-19 pandemic has had some significant impacts on everyday life for millions of Americans. The divorce process has certainly not been immune to this—there are some complications that divorcing couples have had to weather over the last year that have been unique to a pandemic-stricken America.

Here are just a few examples of some of the complications that have been affecting the divorce process during the pandemic.

  • Court closures: While most courts are open back up now, there are still many delays happening due to courts operating with skeleton crews or limiting operations to only “essential” services. This can result in some delays that might not typically exist in divorce cases.
  • Lack of in-person meetings: Divorcing couples have had to rely on more virtual meetings with attorneys, and virtual hearings for mediation or court processes. This can be difficult to navigate for people who are not particularly tech savvy, and has given attorneys and court officials one more task to take on when working with couples.
  • Employment benefits: Compensation committees with corporations have been adding incentive compensation plans to help make up for smaller bonuses or losses in revenue. This adds one more form of compensation that needs to be accounted for during a divorce case. Because it’s so new and unusual, it could be easy to “forget.”

These are just a few examples of some of the complications that have arisen for divorce processes during the pandemic. For more information about the steps courts and attorneys are taking to make matters easier on divorcing couples during the pandemic, contact an experienced Minnesota divorce lawyer at Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A.

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  • "I chose APH after my initial consultation with Mary. I felt my best interest would be represented. The entire process went excellent, the attorneys and staff communicated effectively and efficiently with me throughout the process as they needed to. Being new to the legal process and verbiage, they walked me and talked me through the next steps and the jargon, I felt completely comfortable and represented. I hope I never have to use legal services again but if I do I will call Mary at APH Law and know that I will be taken care of." - Jeff M.

  • "Divorce is a time of emotion and stress. Mary Pfeifer , My lawyer was professional and compassionate. She was very informative through the process. Her insight helped me in my decisions. She worked hard to obtain a settlement which was fair to both parties. Though, I hope I won't need her help again. It is reassuring to know a good person that is willing to help." - Rod S.

  • "I first came to Ms. Jacquelyn Lutz of Appelhof, Pfeifer and Hart in October of 2016. It was definitely the worst time in my life and she compassionately spoke with me about my options. Ms. Lutz thoroughly explained the laws, statutes, process and what to expect going forward. What was supposed to be one case, turned into three intricate cases that took a huge toll on me and my family. Ms. Lutz represented me in court on all three cases with a vast knowledge of the laws and how to proceed accordingly. During all three cases she kept me informed, calm, gave me resources to utilize, and (most important) gave me a realistic view of what may come next. Ms. Lutz knew each case required a great deal of knowledge and creative thinking on how to legally proceed forward with each case. My family and friends are forever grateful for the amazing representation by Ms. Lutz. I highly recommend Ms. Lutz for anyone needing or considering superb representation for any kind of family law. " - M.H.

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