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Tips for Saving Time and Money in the Divorce Process

The divorce process can take a lot of time and money. The good news is there are ways you can minimize how much of both of those resources you lose.

Here are a few tips that can help you save both time and money when getting a divorce.

  • Collect documents: As soon as you are certain you’re going to move forward with a divorce, begin collecting important documents that you’ll need for your case. This includes tax returns, bank statements, pay stubs and anything else that will provide insight into your wealth and owned assets. You’re going to have to have all this information eventually anyway, so it is best to get ahead of the game so you’re able to quickly produced this documentation when asked for it during discovery.
  • Consider mediation: The best way to expedite your divorce is to keep it out of the courts. Whenever possible, you and your souse should agree on issues yourselves and formulate your own plans. Mediators can help guide you through these negotiations and make it easier for you to find common ground. Going through the courtrooms can result in significant delays and expenses, so it’s best to avoid it as much as possible.
  • Get an attorney early: Get an attorney for your case as soon as possible so you they can work with you on all the tasks you need to accomplish to speed up your divorce process. They’ll be able to answer any questions you have and remove any guesswork you might otherwise have to go through.
  • Consider a postnuptial agreement: A postnuptial agreement is sort of like a prenup, just made after you’re married. It outlines how you’ll handle various matters should you get divorced, meaning you’ll already have a set of instructions for how to proceed with some of the more important issues of your divorce.

For more information about saving time and money in the divorce process, contact an experienced Minnesota lawyer at Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A.

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  • "Tori had a thorough understanding of my situation and made excellent recommendations to resolve my concerns. She was persistent on communication and handled everything in a very timely manner. I would definitely hire her again in the future if needed." - M.K.

  • "With Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A., it is like having a family physician. They are all knowledgeable, thorough, comforting, and the only call I need to make for all my legal needs for many years to come. No matter what the matter, I totally trust their advice and commitment to me and my family." - J.N.

  • "Mary from APH Law helped me thru a difficult divorce. She and the entire staff was there for me every step of the way helping me on what to do next. They listened to what I wanted and helped me achieve what matter the most to me in the divorce settlement." - Dana C.

  • "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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