Resolution Through Negotiation
Family law and child custody representation in Minnesota's Twin Cities.
A parenting time expeditor (PTE) is a neutral third party appointed by a family law court to assist parents in resolving disputes related to parenting time in Minnesota. This role is designed to help parents navigate disagreements about when and how they spend time...
Parents who are on the cusp of divorce often worry about protecting their children and setting specific custody terms. Maybe they have very young children in the family or a child with special needs. There are countless reasons why families may require highly-specific...
Stress from work, injuries and social pressure can all lead to someone trying dangerous drugs, developing a habit involving prescription medication or drinking alcohol too frequently. Some people choose to divorce a spouse because of their substance abuse disorder....
Your kids want to have fun during their summer vacations. You might have to adjust your standard custody schedule to allow your children to get the most out of their summer break. Start with your child's activities Ask your child what they want to do over the summer....
Co-parenting in Minnesota can be challenging, but it can be especially tough when one parent plays favorites with the children. This can create resentment, alienation and emotional turmoil for both the children and the non-favored parent. Here are some tips for...
It's not easy being a single parent in Minnesota, but you try to make it work. If you are facing a child custody evaluation, you want it to go smoothly because you want the best for your child. It's important to be well-prepared for your evaluation. Here are some tips...
After a divorce, a parent's employment becomes even more important than before, especially if that parent has the children living at home with him or her for a significant amount of the time. It can be a financial challenge, even with child support and spousal...
Child custody is among the most important issues parents deal with in divorce, perhaps the most important. For this reason, child custody disputes can often become quite contentious and can serve as a point of major polarization for parties. When this occurs, the...
Most Minnesota residents would agree that parents love their children unconditionally and will always do what's best for them. Sometimes, situations develop in a parent's life where they may not be able to take care of their children. In times like this, Minnesota...
A serious and often contentious child custody issue during or after a divorce is determining parenting time and later making modifications. Minnesota law and court cases address this issue, but the standards are not entirely objective. Substantial changes to parenting...