If you get divorced, the two main categories for assets are marital assets and separate assets. If something is a marital asset, both you and your spouse have a right to it, meaning it must go through property division. If something is a separate asset, it belongs...
Family Law
Should your parenting plan include virtual visitation terms?
These days, people of all ages regularly connect via electronic means. As a result, virtual visitation has become a common component of parenting plans. Virtual visitation refers to using technology – such as video calls, messaging and online gaming platforms – to...
Is a 401(k) one spouse’s separate property in a divorce?
There are two types of property that spouses have to disclose to one another and possibly the courts when they divorce. Spouses need to prepare inventories accounting for their marital property and also their separate property. Assets that people already owned before...
When might a court order supervised parenting time?
The family courts in Minnesota have several options when settling custody cases. For the most part, the courts deem both parents playing an active role to be in the best interests of the child. Nonetheless, every situation is unique, and the court may impose...
Examples of communication issues between spouses
It may sound like a cliche, but communication really is the foundation of a successful marriage. When couples develop communication issues, the relationship can quickly start to deteriorate. What are some of the more common examples of communication issues that...
What should you know about keeping the marital home in divorce?
There are many things that you have to consider when you’re going through a divorce. One of these is what will happen to the marital home. For some, buying out their spouse’s share of the home is the most desirable outcome. While it might be tempting to think about...
What will happen to our pets during divorce?
Pets can serve as close family members, and the very thought of losing these furry and feathered friends in the event of divorce can be heartbreaking. The law typically treats pets as property rather than considering their emotional value or attachment to their...
3 tips for living together during divorce
Since there are no laws in Minnesota that prohibit divorcing spouses from living together during a divorce, many divorcing couples choose to stay in their family residence as they dissolve their marriage. Navigating the challenging waters of divorce is never easy, and...
What happens to government retirement benefits during divorce?
The older someone is when they begin the divorce process, the more anxious they may be about the outcome. Those who are close to or past the age of retirement may worry about what effect a divorce might potentially have on their financial future. Obviously, divorce...
Why do some older couples choose legal separation over divorce?
Unfortunately, insurmountable relationship problems can impact any couple, regardless of the length of marriage or age. As you know, getting a divorce is always an option when a marriage is irretrievable, but is it the best solution for couples over 50? In Minnesota,...