When parents separate or divorce, determining child support often becomes one of the most contentious issues they face. The calculations seem straightforward at first glance, but the reality involves complex considerations about what income actually counts toward those monthly obligations. Minnesota...
This question comes up constantly in family law practice, and the answer might surprise you. Many parents facing unpaid child support believe they can withhold visitation until those support payments start flowing again. The reality is more complex than most people...
One topic that often comes up during divorce in Minnesota is college funds. Since the situation involves the redistribution of marital assets, property and even child custody, careful consideration must be given to what happens to any savings and funds parents...
Child support orders are awarded to ensure that noncustodial parents meet their financial obligations regarding the care of their children. However in Minnesota, parenting time can affect child support orders. Child support does not automatically grant or revoke the noncustodial parent’s...
Gone are the days where fathers in Minnesota are automatically court ordered to pay child support for their children. Today, more dads are being awarded child support from women. As more mothers continue to take over the role of primary breadwinner...
When families in Minnesota go through the divorce process, the non-custodial parent is often obligated to offer financial assistance in the form of child support. In the event that you are ordered to provide child support, you may be wondering what...
Calculating child support is one of the most important aspects of a divorce for the financial well-being of a spouse and, more importantly, the children’s health and safety. A child is entitled to financial support from both parents under Minnesota law....
Child support can become a major source of distress during a divorce. That’s frequently because the custodial parent seeks an amount that the non-custodial parent thinks is unfair. However, Minnesota courts use a specific formula in order to determine how much...
When courts make decisions on a divorcing couple, whether it is child custody or child support, their primary concern is the best interests of the child. And this philosophy extends into what is covered by child support as well. Despite many...
Failure to pay child support is a serious development after a divorce and can result in aggressive prosecution. Anyone who has been accused of this offense can find themselves facing both fines and significant jail time. However, one famous rapper has...
