Blended families inspire unique legal challenges that could culminate in disruptions to the family unit later. For example, when one of the parents in a blended family eventually dies, there will likely be more conflict and uncertainty than there would be in a family...
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Lost Tax Returns During Divorce: What to Do in Minnesota
A divorce can be a challenging time, and gathering all the necessary financial documents is crucial for a fair and equitable settlement. However, sometimes important paperwork, such as tax returns, can go missing during the process. If you find yourself in this...
Navigating the Path to Success: Questions to Ask When Selecting a Divorce or Custody Attorney
Choosing a divorce or custody attorney is a crucial decision that can shape the outcome of your case and have a significant impact on your life and the lives of your loved ones. To ensure you find the right legal advocate who understands your unique needs and can...
Calculating Income for Self-Employed Parents in Minnesota Family Law
Determining child support in Minnesota family law cases involves accurately calculating the income of both parents. While calculating income for traditionally employed individuals with regular paychecks is relatively straightforward, it can become more complex when...
Minnesota divorce for the sake of your children
The American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry states that divorce can hurt a child's mental health. It's common for parents in failing marriages to feel staying together is best for their child. However, witnessing a toxic marriage can also cause emotional...
Estate planning for the newly divorced in Minnesota
There are a lot of moving parts when filing for divorce in Minnesota. Between custody and asset division, hardly anyone thinks to update their estate plan during the chaos. Odds are, your spouse was the first beneficiary you listed for most of the accounts. So after...
What are the six stages of divorce in Minnesota
Divorce doesn’t happen overnight in Minnesota. Couples seeking to end their marriage must go through several steps before the marriage is legally dissolved. Even after the divorce is finalized, there are steps that divorced couples must go through. These steps are...
What does estate planning mean for blended families?
There are some particular things to remember if you're in your second marriage and working on your estate plan in Minnesota. For those who have a blended family, you have some things that most other people don't have to worry about in their estate plan. It isn't...
When is a good time to update your estate plan?
Creating your estate plan is a crucial step in guaranteeing financial protection for your family. But it is not the final step. Very few people in Edina start estate planning at the very end of their lives. It's more common to do it when we get married or have...
The minimum wage and divorce
Financial stress could cause tremendous problems in a marriage. When both spouses cannot pay their essential bills, tensions could rise. Don't assume that all Minnesota divorce cases centered on financial issues involve people of significant means, either. Spouses...