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How is Child Support Calculated in Minnesota?

When calculating child support in Minnesota, the court will always start by applying the Minnesota Child Support Guidelines to the parties’ circumstances. The Child Support Guidelines are a method of

Income and Child Support in Minnesota: What You Need to Know

In Minnesota, child support is calculated using the Minnesota Child Support Guidelines Calculator, which can be easily accessed online here. Two of the factors that are considered by the calculator

What Makes the Substance of a Prenuptial Agreement Fair or Unfair?

The validity of a prenuptial agreement (or, technically, “antenuptial agreement”) has two components: (1) procedural fairness; and (2) substantive fairness. If a Court finds that the agreement is either procedurally

Can I get a Divorce in Minnesota?

In order to obtain a divorce from a Minnesota court, you must satisfy the Minnesota residency requirement. Each state has a different residency requirement. In Minnesota, you must reside in

Five Tips to Help you Prepare for a Minnesota Divorce Mediation

Research Mediators It is important to select the right mediator for the specific factual and legal issues in your case. The mediator you select for your case should also be

Default Judgment: Do Not Ignore Your Divorce or Custody Case in Minnesota

If you’ve failed to participate in your divorce case (or custody), you may face Default Judgment. This occurs when the Court finds that you have not properly asserted your defenses

What is a “Void” Marriage in Minnesota?

Under Minnesota Law, there are some marriages that are prohibited and, therefore, automatically void. In other words, you do not need a divorce, annulment, or any other legal proceeding to

Minnesota Custody Laws & Unmarried Parents

There’s a common story amongst unmarried dads that I hear. A child is born and the unmarried parents work well together for a period of time, until things deteriorate. Then

Co-Parenting: Three Ways to Make Summer Vacation Go Smoothly

Summer vacation provides children with a break from school and homework. This time of the year also provides an excellent opportunity for parents to spend more time with their children.