Growing up isn't easy. Children spend hours in school and have minimal control over their daily lives. They are dependent on adults for most of their needs, which means that some children don't have their needs met consistently. They also experience a variety of...
Resolution Through Negotiation
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Divorce
3 reasons divorce mediation can benefit spouses with children
Couples preparing for divorce in Minnesota generally have many different options available. They may have already negotiated a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement outlining what should occur during the divorce. They can also potentially collaborate with one another to...
Can parents’ divorce benefit the children?
Many people believe parents should stay together for their kids even if the relationship is seriously struggling. However, when both parents have tried their hardest to fix the issues in their romantic relationship, with no real changes, divorce might be best for all...
How to have a child-centered divorce in Minnesota
Divorce in Minnesota is tough. It's filled with many uncertainties and feelings of anxiety. Parents sometimes can get caught up in the whole process, giving little or no attention to their children, yet they are the ones that suffer the most. Consider out-of-court...
Everything you need to know about divorce mediation
Many married couples in Minnesota end up getting divorced. One option you have is mediation. It’s important to know all about this method. What is divorce mediation? Divorce mediation is one of the alternative means for ending a marriage. Instead of going through a...
How to put your children first in your divorce
Divorce is never easy in Minnesota, but it can be especially difficult when children are involved. As a parent, you may often wonder how to make the transition as smooth as possible for your children. The best way to do this is by striving for a child-centered...
Why you should consider divorce mediation
There is a chance that you'll need to resolve your divorce case in a Minnesota courtroom. However, if you communicate reasonably well with your spouse, it may be possible to do so through alternate methods. In most cases, this means working with a mediator to come to...
What is a collaborative divorce?
When people get married in Minnesota, very few do so with the intention of getting divorced later on down the road. As ugly and contentious as divorces can get, if you and your partner’s situation is still quite amicable, then you may want to consider getting a...
Surviving divorce emotionally
No matter how amicable the split, ending a relationship is never easy. With all the time, money and emotions that were invested into their relationships, many couples in Minnesota find themselves wondering if they are capable of surviving this situation emotionally....
Older children and divorce
In Minnesota, it is not uncommon for couples to split and file for divorce once their children reach a certain age. Legal separations are often seen as less damaging to older children. Younger kids are often the focus for many counseling and therapeutic resources, not...