Some parents may have a job that does not fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. Business travel can be part of life for many executives as they need to have client meetings and projects. When getting a divorce, people might start to wonder if the time away from home can...
Family Law
Modifying a custody order: when is it possible?
Your child’s and your lives will go through many changes. Your child will grow, work schedules can change or a serious concern may arise. The custody order that was in the child’s best interests no longer serves that purpose, and you may be wondering whether you can...
Spousal maintenance guidelines Minnesotans should know
Going through a divorce can raise difficult financial questions, with spousal maintenance being one of the most pressing concerns. This blog outlines what this can mean for you and what role it plays in your divorce proceedings. How Minnesota defines spousal...
Child custody addresses more than just living situations
When parents discuss how they want to split up child custody, they are often just thinking about when the child will live with each of them. They are likely looking for a solution that fits their work schedule or the children’s school schedule. They may be trying to...
Relocating with a child in a shared parenting situation
In Minnesota, relocating with a child when you share parenting time isn’t something you can just decide on overnight. Even when you have valid reasons, such as a better job, a stronger support system or a chance to reset, shared parenting time can add a layer of legal...
Why do courts use supervised visitation?
When splitting up parenting time and child custody rights, courts may simply divide custody similarly for both parents. For instance, they may share physical custody, meaning that they each live with the child independently at specific times. Some parents have a...
Adjusting your parenting plan if you’re called back to the office
For many Minnesota parents, co-parenting arrangements made during the height of the remote work trend may soon need an overhaul. More and more employers are pushing for remote workers to return to their offices. For example, 3M recently notified employees that...
One simple way to get more parenting time
As a parent of minor children, one of the hardest things -- if not the hardest thing -- about deciding whether to divorce is the knowledge that if you go ahead, it will typically reduce the amount of time you get to see your children In most circumstances, a court...
Can you modify a child custody order in Minnesota?
Child custody orders are not permanently set in stone, though Minnesota law establishes specific limitations on when and how you can seek modifications. These restrictions reflect the state's commitment to stability in children's lives while still recognizing that...
How does Minnesota calculate child support?
Minnesota calculates child support using guidelines designed to be fair to both parents while meeting the child's needs. Whether you're paying or receiving support, understanding the calculation process can help you prepare for what's ahead. What factors are...
