Spousal Maintenance What is Spousal Maintenance in Minnesota? Spousal Maintenance, formerly called alimony, is the award in a divorce or legal separation of payments from the future income or earnings of one spouse for the support of the other spouse. Regardless of...
Divorce Attorney – Monticello, MN Attorney Kay Snyder: Divorce Attorney serving Monticello, MN Filing for divorce is a major decision, and the process can be overwhelming. But, whether you are dealing with the custody and future of your children, your home, or...
Child Custody Presumptions in Minnesota Child Custody and Parenting Time in Minnesota A recent blog post addressed the presumption under Minnesota law that a parent is entitled to have at least 25 percent of the parenting time with their child. Other notable...
Parenting Time Presumptions in Minnesota When a parent thinks of family law issues involving their children, they often focus on custody and child support. But what often gets overlooked is parenting time. Formerly called visitation, Parenting Time refers to the...
Divorce vs. Legal Separation in Minnesota The term Dissolution of Marriage has the same meaning as Divorce under Minnesota statute. The meaning of the term Legal Separation is often confused in many ways, especially involving divorce proceedings. There is a difference...
Civil Marriage and Divorce in Minnesota Legal Marriage in Minnesota A “legal” marriage, one that is recognized in Minnesota, is a civil contract between two persons whom each has the ability to consent to the union; this includes civil marriage. This means that each...