As in every other state, when a couple in Minnesota with minor children divorces, the final court order usually specifies which parent will gain custody of the children. The order will also describe the noncustodial parent's visitation rights. Very often parents will...
Child Custody
How Minnesota courts evaluate the best interests of children
Every year in Minnesota, courts make thousands of judgments about child support and child custody. In every case, they are required to consider the best interests of the child or children involved. This involves understanding each family's case in a way that allows a...
When can a child-custody case be initiated in Minnesota?
Divorce is a complex affair that involves many related family issues, including child and spousal support, property division and others. One of the most important is child custody, and like elsewhere in the country, courts in Minnesota are charged with considering...
Deciphering Minnesota child custody laws
Minnesota parents dream of seeing their children grow into successful and accomplished people and they try to support their children in every way. However, many things can change when parents decide to end their marriage. The parents may not be able to reach a mutual...
What types of child custody exist in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, as in other U.S. states, parenting and child custody can become complicated issues when a couple files for divorce. Child custody can also become an issue if domestic violence is reported against a parent, if a child lives with another family member,...
Teachers should be informed about child custody arrangements
Parents in New York know that education is important in every child's life. However, the first day at school can be stressful for many children. The child may be concerned about friends, books, teachers and the overall new life away from the family at school. If the...
Mediation is better than high-conflict child custody disputes
It is only natural that many parents in Minnesota want custody of their children after a divorce. They may try anything to keep the children, occasionally leading to a high-conflict custody dispute. However, children may also be affected by the child custody battle. A...
Mediation is better than high-conflict child custody disputes
It is only natural that many parents in Minnesota want custody of their children after a divorce. They may try anything to keep the children, occasionally leading to a high-conflict custody dispute. However, children may also be affected by the child custody battle. A...
Celebrity rapper misses son’s custody hearing for World Cup
Divorce causes many changes in the lives of the people that it touches, especially for children of separating parents. Many parents, even if they were never married, fight over custody of their children. Child custody is an important issue during any separation and...
Governing bodies encourage parents to opt for joint custody
Divorces can be difficult and emotionally stressful, both for the spouses and for any children involved. Children need both parents during their growing years. In the past, fathers were often not awarded child custody, as mothers were believed to take better care of...