In the state of Minnesota and other states across the nation, there are some presumptions surrounding the child custody process. While divorce can spark many issues and disputes, many divorcing parents seek joint custody arrangements for the benefit and best interests...
Child Custody
Can a parent unreasonably restrict parenting time in Minnesota?
When a couple decides to end their marriage, it is rarely an easy decision. If there are children involved, emotions can run even higher and the divorcing couple must figure out a way to end their legal marriage and maintain their biological relationship with their...
Types of child custody in Minnesota
When it comes to divorce in Minnesota, there are many issues that may weigh heavy on the minds of separating spouses. Property division issues, such as who will get to keep the house, car or cabin, can play a big role. Alimony can also be another source of contention...
Ways to successfully co-parent after divorce
The most challenging issues faced by divorcing parents in Minnesota are those related to the children. While the end of a marriage is a tough event to go through, it can be an even more challenging time for the children involved. Therefore, it is important to take the...
Surrogacy in Minnesota handled by child custody, other agreements
Minnesota is among one of theU.S. states that does not currently have any laws governing surrogacy. Surrogacy is the act of carrying and giving birth to another person's child, by means of implementation. Those who seek surrogacy option are often unable to conceive or...
What is the ‘best interests of the child’ standard?
When it comes to making decisions regarding child custody and visitation, courts in Minnesota use the "best interests of the child" standard. There are a number of factors the court will consider when determining what is in the child's best interests. First of all,...
Child custody and unmarried parents in Minnesota
Not every relationship between a couple in Minnesota is meant to last, even if the couple has a child. If a child is born to unmarried parents who are no longer together as a couple, it is often the case that the child's mother is granted sole physical custody....
Do Minnesota grandparents have visitation rights?
Losing a child to an accident or illness can be a traumatic experience for a parent, regardless of the age of the unfortunate victim. It is a sad fact that in some cases when an adult child dies it can be difficult for his parents to maintain contact with the deceased...
What is the difference between legal and physical child custody?
One of the first questions parents in Minnesota may have when they decide to divorce is who will have custody of their child. Custody, however, is more complicated than just deciding where the child will live. According to Minnesota law, child custody falls under two...
Keeping the holidays for the children post-divorce
The holiday season, for many in the Twin Cities, is a time for family. However, families are complicated, particularly if a couple is divorced. And, the more complicated one's family situation is, the more complicated the holidays become. This is especially true if...