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• Supreme Court Addresses Forfeitures: Vehicle seized in a forfeiture? See how this recent ruling may impact you.
• Maintenance Law Change: Important modifications regarding Minnesota Spousal Maintenance Law.
• Mediation may be the best way to reach a divorce agreement:This article gives a brief overview of divorce mediation and details about its short- and long-term benefits.
• Dispelling some common myths about prenuptial agreements: This article addresses three of the most common myths surrounding prenuptial agreements
• Minnesota Lawmakers: Joint Custody Presumption Needed: Lawmakers introduced a bill that would establish a presumption of joint custody between parents pursuing divorce. Although the bill did not become law, the controversy over the legislation proves how contentious child custody proceedings can become.
• Custody Orders vs. Parenting Plan Orders In Minnesota: Make sure you understand the difference between custody orders and parenting plan orders if you are facing a custody dispute.
• Basics Of Expungements In Minnesota: A criminal record can haunt you for the rest of your life. Learn about the options to expunge, or seal, your record.
• New Law Bans The Sale Of Synthetic Drugs In Minnesota: Minnesota has made it a felony to sell synthetic drugs, like bath salts. If you have been charged with a crime involving synthetic drugs, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney.
• Divorce Rates Rising Among Couples Over 50: The rate of “gray divorce” has doubled over the past two decades. Couples who divorce later in life face unique challenges when it comes to property division.
• IRS Provides Small Escape Clause For Unwitting Spouses Of Tax Cheats: Learn what happens when ex-spouses find themselves being pursued by the IRS for taxes they had no idea existed.
• Ways To Structure A Business Entity: What type of business entity is right for your new venture? Read this article to learn about your options.
• The Components And Importance Of Estate Planning: Learn how to customize a comprehensive estate plan to accomplish your goals and protect what is important to you.
• Changes To The Best-Interest Factors In Minnesota Child Custody Law: A new law has updated the list of factors judges may consider in child custody cases. If you are involved in a child custody case, make sure your attorney is up-to-date on the new best-interest factors.
• Minnesota Paternity: The Determination Of Legal Fatherhood: Almost half of all children born today are born to unwed mothers. Learn what you need to do to establish paternity in such a situation.
• Could Minnesota Collaborative Divorce Be Right For You?: Believe it or not, in some cases it is possible to take a cooperative approach to divorce – saving time and money, and sparing stress, for everyone involved.
• Tips For Smart Social Media Use During A Minnesota Divorce: If you are going through a divorce, remember that things you post on social media could end up being used against you.
• How To Protect Finances Before And After A Divorce: Divorce does not have to lead to financial disaster. Read this article to learn how to protect your financial interests.
• FAQ: Orders For Protection (Restraining Orders) In Minnesota: Read this article to learn what you need to know about restraining orders and how to get the help you need.
• Spousal Maintenance in Minnesota Case Law Addressing the Elements