The breakdown of a marriage doesn’t equate to the breakdown of a family unit in the eyes of a child. They often see their parents as pillars of their world. When these pillars seem to crumble through the act of badmouthing, it's the foundation of the child's world...
Family Law & Divorce
Are you prepared to travel with your child over the holidays?
Many newly separated and divorced parents discover that traveling with kids requires even more preparation than it did when they were together. That means if you’re planning to travel over the holidays with your child, it’s time to start preparing – if you haven’t...
Why stay off of social media until your family law case is resolved?
Social media platforms are great resources for individuals who are in need of support. Whether you logon to keep up with loved ones or you enjoy interacting with groups of individuals from around the globe who share your mutual interests and concerns, chances are that...
Must a cheating spouse pay for the cost of a Minnesota divorce?
Adultery is one of the leading reasons that people in Minnesota file for divorce. Sometimes, an unfaithful spouse blindsides the other by filing for divorce, often in a desire to take their extramarital relationship to the next level. Other times, it is the spouse who...
4 warning signs of divorce
A marriage can have problems, but this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s headed for a divorce. Some problems can be solved without affecting the quality of the relationship. However, if your marriage has irreconcilable issues, you should be concerned. Here are four signs...
How is property divided in a Minnesota divorce?
People sometimes assume that their marital property must be divided evenly or equally. They think that getting divorced will be as simple as splitting their bank accounts in half for selling their home and splitting up the money that they earn. That is how it...
What happens to your joint credit cards when you divorce?
Opening a joint credit card makes a lot of sense for a married couple. Each of you can have your own card, while you both help pay off the balance. You can share responsibility for groceries regardless of who goes to the store, and you can qualify for better financing...
Deciding as co-parents when a child is ready to be home alone
The question of when a child is ready to be left home alone is a complicated one for all parents. It depends on their age and maturity. It also depends on numerous other factors like for how long and what time of day you’re considering leaving them. Typically, parents...
Gray divorce continues rising
For the average American, the divorce rate has been dropping for years. When no-fault divorce originally came on the books, there was a spike in divorce rates for the population as a whole, but they have fallen since. However, it’s been found that one age group –...
Is it time to consider divorce?
When you and your partner got married, you looked forward to a lifetime of happiness together. That’s why the tension you’ve been feeling between the two of you has taken you by surprise. You find yourself wondering if your marriage is headed for a divorce. Sometimes,...

