Q: Can my spouse stop me from getting a divorce?
Family Law Q&A Blog #10 – How long does it take to get a divorce in Minnesota?
Q: How long does it take to get a divorce?
A: Once the case is filed, the Minnesota courts try to move cases along as quickly as possible. However,
Family Law Q&A Blog #9 – What are the grounds for divorce in Minnesota?
Q: What are the grounds for divorce in Minnesota?
A: Some states are “fault” states, and other states like Minnesota, are “no fault” sates. In a “fault” state, a person seeking a divorce has to prove some reason for the divorce,
Family Law Q&A Blog #8 – Do I have to go to court to get a divorce?
Q: Do I have to go to court to get a divorce?
A: It depends. In most counties in Minnesota, if each spouse is represented by an attorney and the parties have come
Family Law Q&A Blog #7 – How much does it cost to get a divorce?
Q: How much does it cost to get a divorce?
A: The answer to this question varies widely depending on the complexities of the case, including whether the case is high
Family Law Q&A Blog #3 – Antenuptial and postnuptial agreements
Q: What is the difference between an antenuptial and a postnuptial agreement?
A: An antenuptial agreement (also known as a prenuptial agreement) is a contract a man and woman enter into
Family Law Q&A Blog #2 – Quit Claim Deed as part of divorce
Q: My ex-spouse was awarded our homestead as part of our divorce. If I sign a Quit Claim Deed following my divorce, will that remove me from responsibility on the mortgage?
A: No. Signing a Quit Claim Deed following a divorce will not remove an owner from responsibility on the mortgage. Signing a Quit
Family Law Q&A Blog #1 – Can a couple share a divorce attorney?
By: Thomas Tuft
Q: Can my spouse and I use the same attorney for our divorce?
A: No. In a divorce an attorney cannot ethically provide both a husband and wife with legal advice. The parties have adverse interests,
Estate Planning Considerations Following a Divorce
Most people have three goals in mind when creating an estate plan: 1) getting the right stuff, 2) to the right people, 3) in the right manner.
Many clients wonder what happens to their wills and other estate plans following a divorce. I would advise these clients to review the above goals to make sure those goals can be met following a divorce.
