COVID-19 has presented many hardships for families around the world, especially for those managing parenting plans. Here are some tips for making parenting time a positive experience for the entire
The New 2020 Motion Practice Timing Rules
Effective January 1, 2020, the Minnesota General Rules of Practice and Rules of Civil Procedure have changed. Per Rule 303.01 (Scheduling of Motions), all motions and orders to show cause
Third Party Custody & the Natural Parent Presumption
Under the United States Constitution, one has fundamental rights as a parent to raise their children as they see fit. Courts have included in these parental rights the right to
Minnesota Divorce and Out of State Moves
Whether a parent can move out of state with a minor child is determined by Minnesota Statute §518.175 subdivision 3. Without consent from the other parent, it is very difficult
Tips for Determining Child Support in Minnesota
In Minnesota, a parent’s obligation to support their child begins when the child is born, and does not end until a triggering event like the child getting married, or turning
Parents Could Lose Custody of Child Over Failure to Treat
A custody battle between an Ohio family and a hospital has sparked a national debate over who should have the final say in providing lifesaving treatment to minors. The case
3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays with Kids when Divorced
Dealing with family dynamics during the holidays can be stressful for everyone. But when you are divorced and have a child with your ex, it can be almost unbearable for
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,
3 Reasons to Be Honest in your Custody Case
It goes without saying that child custody cases are intensely emotional. When emotions run high, parents tend to make rash decisions that can negatively impact the result of their custody
What if my Spouse and I Can’t Agree on Where to Send our Child to School?
Surprisingly, the question of where to send a child to school during and after a divorce has become a widely litigated topic in recent years. If one parent has sole