Traditionally, mothers have been given custody of their children after a divorce. This has caused fathers in Minnesota and elsewhere to wonder if they are given a fair shake in their custody cases. Fathers are supposed to be granted joint or sole custody of a child if...
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Recognizing signs of parental alienation
When you split from your romantic partner and your child’s other parent in Minnesota, it makes sense that there might be some bad blood between the two of you. While this is not uncommon, in especially contentious cases, you may begin to develop concerns about...
Study: The benefits of joint custody
Going through a divorce can be an emotional process, especially when there are children involved. Although parents may want to shield their children from experiencing the heartache of divorce, children are often the unwilling participants of a marital separation....
How can mediation help with child custody matters?
Whether you are currently going through a divorce or you are considering starting the process, you may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of separation. While it may be better for your situation, dividing marital property, determining child custody and creating a...
Modifying a custody agreement: never easy, sometimes necessary
Modifying a child custody agreement in Minnesota is not an easy task, and that is by design. The parties to a divorce, their attorneys and the courts cooperate to create an agreement that protects parental rights while serving the best interest of the child....
Fathers: Science shows the importance of your role
As a father, you know that you may have to face some forms of bias when you seek custody of your children. While it isn't fair, women are still made out to be better caregivers. Bias shouldn't have a place in your case, and your attorney will do all they can to make...
Helping preschoolers process parental divorce
Parents in Minnesota who find themselves facing an impending divorce know that at some point they will need to break the news to their children. This may be one of the hardest conversations they will ever have but it must be done. What to say to a child about a...
Focusing on solutions with your former spouse
The good news is that you and your ex-spouse have committed to giving your child a structured upbringing in Minnesota. The bad news is that you are not sure how to handle disputes with your former wife or husband. There will almost certainly be differences in how you...
Children deserve both parents
Divorces in Minnesota often center on child custody agreements. These sensitive matters, along with property division, typically form the core issues at the end of a marriage. This atmosphere has the potential to cause a decent amount of posturing by one side or...
Knowing when to fight for full custody of your child
When you and your spouse are filing for divorce, one of the most critical decisions that will need to be made is how child custody will be arranged. Creating an arrangement that prioritizes the best interests of your children is paramount to giving them the...
