A Recognition of Parentage (ROP) is generally a document that unmarried parents sign at the hospital after the birth of their child. However, a ROP can be signed up until
Top 3 Acronyms for Divorcing Parents to Know
As with most areas of law, divorce law is a complex arena. There are a plethora of rules, regulations, terms, and conditions that each divorcing party must be aware of.
5 Things Fathers Should Know about Paternity Actions
Paternity actions in Minnesota can be confusing and overwhelming for many fathers. Here are the 5 most important things for fathers to know when entering a paternity action. Establishing Parental
Top 3 Ways to Protect Yourself in a MN Custody Dispute
Child custody disputes are often highly contentious and can lead to a court trial if the parties cannot resolve the issues of custody and parenting time outside of court. Even
3 Tips for Beginning your Child Custody Case
Whether through a divorce or just a custody case with the mother/father of your children, determining where your children will be living and your involvement in their future is scary. Here are
Top 5 Tips for Dealing with a Child Custody Evaluator
Sometimes in child custody cases a custody evaluator is used as a neutral third party to make determinations of custody and parenting time. Here are the top 5 tips for dealing with a
Childhood Obesity and Child Custody Modification
With child obesity on the rise, some are debating the need for child custody modification for obese children. Child obesity is a continuing problem amongst our nation’s youth. A recent study found
Could Giving Divorced Dads More Rights be Dangerous?
A new piece of proposed legislation in England aims to achieve more equality in child custody settlements. The legislation touts the importance of a child having contact with both their mother
Changing Custody: Integration into the Other Party’s Home
Here is a common scenario: Husband and Wife get divorced. Wife is awarded sole physical custody of the parties’ two young minor children. Fast forward ten years, and one of
Who Decides What Religion to Raise Children in Minnesota Divorces?
In the state of Minnesota, religion is considered an issue dealt with through legal custody. If the parents can agree on the bigger issues in a child’s life, such as religion