In past decades, divorce often meant taking your separation to court. However, while litigation is often necessary when couples have irresolvable differences, if you and your spouse prefer cooperation over combat, either mediation or collaboration may be good...
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Decoding the acronyms of the Minnesota family court system
Families involved with the court system during Minnesota divorce and custody will encounter countless acronyms. Understanding these abbreviations can make it easier to navigate the legal system. These are some of the key acronyms used by attorneys, judges and others...
Mediation allows you to take control of your parenting plan
If you and your spouse are parents facing divorce, the court will want to know how you intend to continue raising your children. Mediation is a popular option for those who want an amicable divorce and a good choice for couples who wish to take control of their...
You have a right to visitation as a Minnesota grandparent
When you raise your children, you do so in the hopes that they will have a healthy and happy future. You likely felt pleased and optimistic when your child got married and then later welcomed their own children to their growing family. Becoming a grandparent can...
Why you should stay off of social media during divorce
If you are like most people, social media plays a role in your life. Whether you upload pictures every day or simply check in on your timeline once a week, it is undoubtedly something that more and more people are using. Social media is a great tool for keeping up to...
3 common behaviors linked to divorce
You had two, 10, 20 years of marital bliss, but then the marriage began to crumble. Maybe the cracks had been growing for years. No matter the length of time, you and your spouse are considering a divorce. You may point to your partner’s general laziness or sloppiness...
How are millennials affecting the divorce rate?
Millennials get a lot of blame for a lot of things in society these days. Contrary to popular belief, though, not every effect of this generation is negative. Time notes that millennials are having a positive effect on the divorce rate. Essentially, you will see far...
What is communication coaching?
Many Minnesota couples seeking to end their marriages have problems communicating. A breakdown in communication is something a lot of couples wish to avoid, as it can drag out the divorce process and make co-parenting after the divorce problematic. This is why some...
What are grounds for divorce in Minnesota?
In order to successfully file for a divorce, you must have the grounds to do so. This means that you will need to pay attention to the law before filing to ensure that your marital situation will meet the criteria. The state laws in Minnesota determine the grounds for...
Will you pay manimony when you divorce?
If you are a married Minnesota woman thinking about divorce, you need to know about manimony and how this relatively new phenomenon could affect you. Remembering that spousal support used to go by the name of alimony, Wife.org explains that the new version of alimony...
