By Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. | Published September 5, 2022 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: divorce, divorce lawyer, relationship | Comments Off on When Should You Consult With an Attorney About Divorce?
When Should You Consult With an Attorney About Divorce?
The decision to divorce is not one you will arrive at suddenly and without much thought. Chances are if you have made the decision to divorce your spouse it is something that has already been on your mind for quite some time. The question that many people have, then, is at what point you should Read More
Read MoreWhat to Look for in a Divorce Lawyer
As soon as you’ve decided in your mind that you’re going to move forward with a divorce you should begin the search for a divorce lawyer to guide you through your case. This can be an intimidating process if you’ve never retained a lawyer before, but so long as you know what to look for Read More
Read MoreHow You Can Broach the Possibility of Mediation With Your Spouse
Mediation is a highly beneficial alternative to divorce litigation, as it allows you to settle most of the issues of your divorce on your own terms, while saving significant time and money. However, the prospect of communicating with your spouse about just about anything after you’ve decided to get a divorce can be difficult. So Read More
Read MoreDo Minnesota Courts Consider Children’s Preferences in Custody Arrangements?
There are a variety of factors that go into Minnesota courts’ child custody determinations, if the parents are unable to agree on a custody arrangement themselves. Some of the factors include which parent has been the primary caretaker, the children’s relationships with each parent, each parent’s demonstrated capability of having custody, the child’s daily routines Read More
Read MoreWho Gets the Dog in a Divorce?
One of the issues you’ll need to confront in your divorce is who will get the family dog. For legal purposes, the pet is considered property by the court, but there are, of course, some unique issues associated with pets that divorcing couples will need to work through. Here’s an overview of what you should Read More
Read MoreCommon Myths Associated With the Property Division Process
Of the various topics that arise during the divorce process, property division is one that frequently has the most misconceptions associated with it. With this in mind, here are a few examples of some common property division myths and the truths behind them. MYTH: Property and assets will be divided equally The term you need Read More
Read MoreThe Biggest Reasons to Retain a Divorce Lawyer for Your Case
When you’re going through the divorce process, you do technically have the ability to represent yourself in your case. However, this could prove unwise in many cases. Here are just a few reasons why you should make it a point to retain a divorce lawyer for your case. Experience in practicing law: Divorce attorneys have Read More
Read MoreWhat to Know About Making a Career Change During a Divorce
Divorce brings a lot of change to your life. There are some cases in which people may feel as if divorce is a perfect time to make a fresh start in their careers, as well. It may sound like a bit much to attempt to make a career change during a divorce, but it can Read More
Read MoreMonitoring Where Your Child Support Payments Go
There are some circumstances in which a person paying child support may attempt to argue that the recipient of the money is misusing the funds intended to go toward raising the children. It is fairly common, for example, for payers to argue the recipient is living off those payments and not seeking employment of his Read More
Read MoreBy the Numbers: Child Support in America
People pay billions of dollars’ worth of child support every year in the United States. Below are some data and statistics you might find interesting on this issue: There are approximately 4 million single custodial parents living in the United States, about half of whom (48.7 percent) have an informal or legal child support agreement Read More
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