Going through a divorce in Minnesota is difficult enough, but add a business to the mix, and you may struggle significantly with everyone on your plate. One of the things that will be required is having the business officially valued. This is needed if your business...
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Divorce: What happens to retirement accounts?
There's no doubt that divorce in Minnesota can bring on some of the most challenging financial times of a person's life. Even if there aren't any major expenses involved, you will likely need to deal with the division of assets. One of the most asked about assets...
Filing for divorce: How to serve legal papers
Unfortunately, not all marriages in Minnesota are going to make it. In fact, the national rate of divorce is hovering around the 40% mark. This has led to many couples searching for answers as to how to notify their spouses that they want a divorce. This is extremely...
The role of a psychologist in custody disputes
There are many families who go through child custody battles in the Minnesota area. It is important for all necessary information to be given to the court during these battles, which is why a forensic psychologist becomes so important. How can the forensic...
Common divorce myths
Couples who are divorcing in Minnesota or other U.S. states may have to deal with many difficulties ranging from emotional to financial. Navigating the division of marital property, child custody agreements and other matters can seem daunting. If you're going through...
What is a neutral drop-off location and why do parents need one?
During a divorce, many couples in Minnesota request joint custody so that both parents can spend time with the child. However, this can cause issues if the parents live far away and the child needs to be transported back and forth. If one parent doesn't feel...
How did a 2005 bill change child support laws in Minnesota?
Child support laws in Minnesota have changed over the past decade. In 2005, a bill was passed that essentially overhauled the existing child support guidelines. Here's what parents should know about the 2005 law that changed child support laws in Minnesota. How did...
What are some of the challenges of grey divorce in Minnesota?
While divorces between elderly couples used to be rare, the amount of "grey divorces" has skyrocketed in recent years. Divorce is a challenge at any age, but getting divorced after being married for decades presents a unique set of challenges. At this age, most people...
Strategies for managing tense child visitation drop-offs
Divorced parents of minor children must continue to have some interaction to fulfill their co-parenting duties. When two people ended a relationship because they could not get along, the exchange of children between households can create ongoing friction. As you...
Why a buy-sell agreement is essential with a business partnership
Business partnerships are an excellent method of increasing the size and cash flow of a Minnesota company. They can help growth in the short term, and they often provide additional intrinsic company value. However, the value of the company can be a real issue when a...