This week Washington County decided that they will carry out a child support enforcement program in 2013. The new enforcement program will bring together the sheriff’s office, the Community Services
My Spouse Wants a Divorce – Now What?
Your spouse has just told you that he/she wants a divorce. Chances are you are dealing with a whirlwind of emotions. On top of that you need to prepare yourself
Common Changes in Child Behavior Following a Divorce
Children whose parents have divorced often exhibit both mental and physical changes, but these occurrences are not uncommon and can be part of the healing process post-divorce. A divorce is
Will my Spouse have to Pay my Attorneys’ Fees?
A common question that divorcing parties ask is whether or not their spouse will have to pay for their attorneys’ fees. There are two types of attorneys’ fees that a
App Helps Divorcing Couples Divide Assets
Modern technology continues to play an integral role in divorce proceedings, and a new app is trying to simplify the difficult task of dividing assets during a divorce. iSplit Divorce
Minnesota Couple Uses Craigslist to Adopt Son
A Minnesota couple looking to adopt used Craigslist to add another member to their family. After struggling for years to conceive, Tracey and Dan Citron posted an advertisement on Craigslist,
When can a Spouse’s Ability to Earn Income be Considered for Spousal Maintenance?
The Court will consider a spouse’s ability to earn income and be self-supporting when considering spousal maintenance. However, look at the facts surrounding a recent appellate case: Husband and Wife
The Impact of Divorce on Children
A new study was published in the American Sociological Review regarding the impact of divorce on children. The study followed children grades kindergarten through fifth, and found no impact prior to
Filing for Divorce Can Complicate Social Security Collection
Social security collection is a complicated process in itself, but ensuring that you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to becomes even more confusing when trying to collect from an
November is National Adoption Awareness Month in Minnesota
Minnesota kicked off National Adoption Awareness Month on Sunday with an event for now-adopted foster children. The annual celebration, which focused on child support, allowed former foster children to share