Co-parenting isn’t always easy, but many parents make it work because they appreciate the benefits for the children. The changes in dynamics that come with transitioning from a romantic relationship to a parenting one can be incredibly challenging. You and your ex...
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Child Custody
What factors impact child custody court decisions in Minnesota?
Child custody and parenting time are crucial divorce topics that often cause disputes, especially among couples who disagree frequently. If the parents have contradicting beliefs and opinions concerning their child, the court can interfere and make appropriate...
My ex and I get along. Do we really need a child custody order?
Unmarried couples can have a child together and later break up. Not all breakups are bad. Sometimes, an unmarried couple remains on good terms even if they are no longer together. If an unmarried couple can agree on a parenting plan on their own, do they really need...
Addressing custody during the holiday season
The holidays are a special time for children. The holiday season is usually filled with fun events, family gatherings and other special occasions. You likely want to spend as much time with your children as possible during this time. This can be difficult when you are...
Do mothers always receive custody of children in a divorce?
When people in Minnesota go through a divorce they need to make determinations about custody and parenting time. There are two types of custody, legal and physical. Legal custody refers to the ability to make decisions about the child’s education and other important...
How do move-away situations work in Minnesota?
When a St. Cloud parent who is subject to a custody order needs to move, they may have a lot of questions about their legal rights and options. After all, even if it is for good reasons, a parent’s decision to move can lead to child custody disputes. Disputes are...
Compensatory parenting time
In a Minnesota family law case, children can be caught in the middle. Once the case is complete, an agreement is made or the court issues an order, it is not necessarily smooth sailing from then on. Disagreements can still arise and it is important to understand how...
A Minnesota parent accused of abuse may lose custody
Domestic abuse continues to be a problem in Minnesota. Any type of domestic violence at any time can have devastating effects on both the victim and the family. Society should work to prevent it. Not surprisingly, Minnesota has many laws to protect victims of domestic...
How to modify a child support order
Child support is determined based on the circumstances of the family and information provided by both parents. There are a couple of different ways that child support may be modified and parents interested in modifying their child support order should be familiar with...
What are the remedies for disregarding a parenting time order?
In Minnesota, the most challenging aspects of family law often center around children. This involves child custody, child support and parenting time. Parents will want a significant role in their child’s life and if the relationship between them is acrimonious, it can...
