Before, during and after a divorce, most people go through a significant emotional and mental grieving process. You could say that the stages you go through are similar to those of grief or loss. Fortunately, there are healthy ways to cope with this process after your...
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Common reasons for gray divorce
Gray divorce is a relatively new term and refers to an increasing trend of divorces among couples in their 50s or older. These divorce cases have unique needs and considerations, especially given the typical duration of the marriage. Most gray divorces follow...
The importance of conducting a business valuation in a divorce
If you own a business, then it goes without saying that it is an important part of your livelihood. If you are going through a divorce, however, the ownership and even the continued operation of your business might be in question. Some or all of your business is...
What happens to your retirement assets during a divorce?
Your retirement assets are an investment in your future that is years or even decades in the making. If divorce seems like an inevitability, it is important to understand how the marital split will affect your plans for retirement. The issue of retirement assets can...
Best ways of speeding up your divorce
When anyone marries, the intent is for the relationship to last forever. Unfortunately, many holy unions do not remain intact. Divorcing is an unsavory proposition, yet unhappily staying together is not an option. Both parties want the split to happen as fast as...
Explaining divorce to children
Divorce is stressful for all involved, and it can take months to get through everything involved in dividing assets and negotiating custody arrangements in Minnesota. If you have young children, it can be difficult to explain in an age-appropriate way why mom or dad...
Pendente lite orders during Minnesota divorces
There can be a lot of uncertainty involved in a divorce. You may be wondering what to expect from mediation or trial, or what your life will look like after the divorce is complete. However, you can alleviate some of this uncertainty by filing for a pendente lite...
How may I take ownership of my small business after my divorce?
When you start or acquire a business during a marriage, Minnesota's laws consider it marital property. This means there is an equal amount of shared ownership between you and your spouse. A divorce may result in changing your business's ownership structure based on...
3 tips for divorce over 50
Divorce can be difficult even under the best of circumstances, but when you split with your partner later in life, you have a few unique considerations to take into account. As you navigate this major life event, here are three tips to help you through a divorce over...
How does Minnesota handle spousal support?
Spousal support, also called spousal maintenance, can help ease the transition to a financially independent household after a divorce. Minnesota couples can either agree on a spousal support arrangement or ask the court to decide on their behalf. Review the state's...