The Summons and Petition initiate the divorce proceeding.  In Minnesota, the Summons orders you to appear before a court. Filing an Answer in Minnesota divorce The Summons also requires you to file an Answer within 30 days after service of the document.  The Answer sets forth your response to the Petition and often includes a Counter-Petition… Read more »

  Proceeding with a divorce that was caused by adultery can be one of the most stressful times of your life. Not only do you have to mourn the end of your relationship and are forced to think about the reasons why it ended, but you have to protect your assets. Among the many considerations… Read more »

If you’re a pet owner, you know that a pet is an important member of the family. This is often why, when couples divorce, there is a struggle. If the family dog was a family member, Minnesota laws would clearly outline what rights the divorcing couple has. There would be a hearing for custody, an… Read more »

  If you are in the middle of a child custody battle, then it is likely that at some point you will need to undergo a custody evaluation as part of the court process. These visits are so the courts can assess which home environment is in the best interests of the child. Unfortunately, while you want… Read more »

An Overview of How the Schmitz Formula Applies to Nonmarital Claims to Real Estate in Minnesota Divorces Marital and nonmarital property are divided between divorcing spouses according to different sets of rules in Minnesota. Some types of property can have both marital and nonmarital characteristics.  Consider, for example, a piece of real estate that one… Read more »