Prenuptial agreements, officially referred to as antenuptial agreements in the statute, can be challenged. Though antenuptial agreements are contracts, because of the nature of the contract, they are subject to judicial review in certain circumstances. As with most contracts, prenuptial agreements are filled with conditions. They are most commonly used to protect assets that an […]
Do you Qualify for Alimony (Spousal Maintenance)?
How to Determine how much Spousal Maintenance is Appropriate Many Minnesota families today rely on both spouses working outside the home to pay the bills. But income discrepancy can make it hard for divorced parties to maintain their marital lifestyle in separate homes. That is why Minnesota family law allows parties to ask for spousal […]
What is Your Business Worth in a Divorce
Three Key Factors to Consider when Evaluating Your Business to Sell, Split, or Co-Own Valuing and dividing business interests is a common and challenging issue in a divorce. This can happen in the context of stock options for an executive, partnership interests in a professional association, or dividing stock in a family-owned or other closely […]
How to Divide Your Retirement Plans in a Divorce
Asking Your Lawyer the Right Questions Will Simplify the Process Retirement plans including IRAs, 401(k)s, pensions, and deferred compensation accrued during a marriage are considered marital property in Minnesota. But accounting for their value (both marital and non) and dividing them up can be challenging. Unlike dividing liquid assets, like the cash in your bank […]
TLJO Announces Addition of Shareholders
We are pleased to announce the addition of Lindsey E. O’Connell and Alexandra Michelson Connell as shareholders at Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O’Connell, PLLC. Lindsey E. O’Connell practices primarily in the area of family law, but has also practiced in the area of professional responsibility and general civil matters, including helping non-profit organizations obtain 501(c)(3) status. […]
Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O’Connell, PLLC Receives 2 Tier 1 Rankings in the 2021 Edition of “Best Law Firms”
Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O’Connell, PLLC has received a Tier 1 Ranking in Family Law and Tier 1 Ranking in Family Law Mediation in the 2021 Edition of the U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms.” To be eligible for a ranking in a particular practice area, a law firm must have at least one […]
Dan O’Connell Celebrated by Marquis Who’s Who for Dedication to Family Law
MAPLEWOOD, MN, October 30, 2020, Dan Charles O’Connell has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection […]
Allyson Kerr appears in Hennepin Lawyer, New Lawyers Spotlight
Attorney Allyson Kerr appears in the New Lawyers Spotlight of the September/October 2020 edition of the Hennepin Lawyer. Allyson shares how work-life balance has changed for her while working from home during the pandemic. Hennepin Lawyer is the official publication of the Hennepin County Bar Association.
Attorneys recognized in 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®
We are excited to announce that our attorneys have been recognized in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for their work in Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Attorneys recognized as 2021 Best Lawyers® in Family Law: Tom Tuft Susan Lach John Jerabek Dan O’Connell Letty Van Ert Lindsey O’Connell Alexandra Connell Additionally, Dan […]
Tuft Lach Jerabek & O’Connell, PLLC Attorneys named to the 2020 Super Lawyers and Rising Star Lists
Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O’Connell is proud to announce that several of our attorneys are listed in the 2020 Minnesota Super Lawyers magazine! Recognized as 2020 Minnesota Super Lawyers: Tom Tuft Susan Lach John Jerabek Dan O’Connell Letty Van Ert Recognized as 2020 Minnesota Rising Stars: Alexandra Connell Lindsey O’Connell In addition, Thomas Tuft, Susan […]
