Get it Right the First Time: Hire a Lawyer
For many people, saving money whenever possible is human nature. No one wants to spend more money on something than necessary. A penny saved is a penny earned, right? Take…
To File or Not to File?
In Minnesota, a divorce case commences when the Petitioner serves the Summons and Petition for Marital Dissolution (and usually some other documents, too) upon the Respondent. The law requires that…
Who Claims The Kids? The Riddle of Claiming Tax Dependency Exemption
If you’re a parent, and you’ve filed taxes, you’re probably aware that the US tax code permits a taxpayer to claim an exemption for each of his or her dependents….
Grandparent Visitation: Getting Your Foot in the Door
There are some laws on the books that although neutral on their face, can have different results when applied to different situations. Personally, I question whether the legislature truly intended…
Financial Infidelity
KARE-11 recently did a series on what they called “financial infidelity.” I linked one of the pieces to the firm’s Facebook page. By financial infidelity, KARE-11 is referring to situations…
Divorce: The Marriage Rules Have Changed
Every marriage is different. In some marriages, the husband and wife are on equal footing. Both have the same say when it comes to making important family decisions. Neither spouse…
Communication About Finances During Marriage
Every married couple manages their finances differently. In some marriages, both spouses play an active role in managing their money and both have a good sense of the assets and…