By Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. | Published July 14, 2015 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: divorce, divorce lawyers, prepare for divorce | Leave a comment
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Protecting Yourself as You Prepare for Your Divorce
Whether you have decided to file for divorce or have just learned of your spouse’s intention to do so, here are some steps you can take to protect yourself, your children and your assets: Consult an attorney: Divorce attorneys are knowledgeable on the steps you should take to protect yourself before divorce proceedings begin. Let Read More
Read MoreMinimizing the Impact Divorce Has on Your Children
Divorce is difficult on all parties involved. However, young children often have the hardest time dealing with separation and divorce. While the dissolution of your marriage may be unavoidable, the way you go about ending your union can have a significant impact on your child’s emotional and psychological health. You can work to minimize the Read More
Read MoreContested vs. Uncontested Divorce
Minnesota is a no-fault divorce state. This means that if you would like a divorce, you may only cite that irreconcilable differences led to the breakdown of your marriage. Furthermore, at least you or your spouse must meet the residency requirement — one of you must be a resident of the state for 180 days Read More
Read MoreDivorces Among Long-Married Couples Highlight the Need for Thoughtful Planning
In general, as people age, they tend to accumulate assets and receive gradually larger salaries. Couples, too, are often lucky enough to increase their standard of living over the years, and the more years they remain married, the more intertwined their finances become. Now, results from a recent survey of 546 people who divorced after Read More
Read MoreDivorcing Your Same-Sex Spouse in Minnesota
According to the U.S. Census, there are 10,200 same-sex couples in Minnesota. The Williams Institute estimates that approximately 5,000 of these couples will marry within the first three years of same-sex legalization. This August marks the one year anniversary of same-sex marriage being legalized in Minnesota. To date, however, 31 states still ban same-sex marriage. Read More
Read MoreWhat Do Parenting Education Classes Cover?
Despite your best efforts, your marriage may come to an end. If you have children, you want what is best for them. And so does the court. In fact, the court recognizes that the impact of divorce on children can be dramatic — and has the power to order divorcing parents who contest a child Read More
Read MoreMinnesota Divorce Terminology 101
If you are considering divorce, it is in your best interests to consult with a knowledgeable family law attorney as soon as possible. Understanding the legal process while dealing with the emotional fallout of the marital split can be difficult to say the least. However, you may be able to ease the stress of the Read More
Read MoreWhy Mediation May Be the Right Solution for Divorcing Parents
Mediation is a tool for resolving disputes between parties. Divorcing parents might consider this alternative dispute resolution viable for equitably dividing assets, deciding custody arrangements, devising parenting plans and calculating child support matters, particularly for child expenses not specifically covered under Minnesota laws. In fact, an attempt at alternative dispute resolution is required in most Read More
Read MoreDeveloping an Effective Divorce Mediation Strategy
Mediation does not mean you give in and give up what is important to you. When approached strategically, the negotiation process improves your chances of getting what you want from your divorce. With your attorney’s help, develop a mediation strategy designed to accomplish your goals. Consider these helpful negotiation tips: Come prepared. Know what assets Read More
Read MoreDividing the Family Home During Divorce
During your dissolution of marriage proceedings, you have a couple options for dividing your home if it has equity, such as: Selling the home and splitting the proceeds One party keeping the home and paying the other spouse a fair amount Dividing the marital home during divorce negotiations is difficult for many reasons. First, you Read More
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