Minnesota Family Law Blog | Divorce, Child Custody, Domestic ViolenceAlithis Family Law, LLC

When Is It Too Late To Remove A Judge?

Once you receive notice of which judge has been assigned to your case, you have ten days to file a notice to remove that judge and serve the notice on

What Do I Do If Find Hidden Marital Assets After My Divorce Is Final?

Parties to a divorce proceeding are ordered to provide full disclosure of property and assets to each other. If a divorcing spouse does not fully disclose his or her financial

If my spouse and I agree on everything in our divorce, do we still have to go to court?

One of the most common questions people have about the divorce process is whether there is any need to go to court and see a judge if all the issues

Is there a limit to how much child support I must pay?

There is a limit or presumptive “cap” on how much child support a parent can be ordered to pay, even if that parent’s income and ability to pay support greatly

I did not get married in the United States; is my marriage recognized in Minnesota?

There are many individuals who get married in a state other than Minnesota and then relocate to Minnesota. Similarly, many immigrants get married in their country of origin and at

Is a Child’s Preference Alone Sufficient to Modify Custody in the State of Minnesota?

I oftentimes get calls from prospective clients asking me if there is a certain age that child reaches wherein the child's opinion alone is sufficient to change custody. An example

Is it Possible to Limit the Amount of Parenting Time My Ex Spouse Will Have With Our Children?

Minnesota Statute §518.175, subd. 1, makes it clear that visitation rights are not absolute and are to be exercised only when in the best interest of the child. Manthei v.

Early Retirement Account Withdrawal

Generally, withdrawal of funds in your Traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) prior to age 59 ½ are called ‘premature’ and subject to an early withdrawal penalty of 10% unless an

Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem

In cases involving child custody or divorce where parenting time is an issue, the court may appoint a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL). Minn. Stat. §518.165, subd. 1. The court must