St. Paul Family Law And Estate Planning Blog
Adverse effects of divorce on the children
According to Familymeans, after a divorce, the parents are not only coming up with new ways of relating to one another but also learning the different forms of parenting their children. The effects on the children may vary. The children may perform poorly on their...
How does the court calculate child support?
Child support may get a bad reputation, but if you consider its goal, it is admirable. The whole idea behind support is to uphold the responsibility you have to your children to support them financially. The court tries to assess a fair amount of support that will not...
Depression due to divorce-related financial strain
When it comes to getting divorced, there are a variety of challenges that people have to work through. Sometimes, these problems involve one's relationship with their children or time constraints (such as missing work to attend court). Often, these hardships are...
Establishing paternity for unmarried fathers
When a child is born out of wedlock in Minnesota, sole custody is automatically given to the unmarried mother. This means that the biological father of the child has no parental rights. In order to access these rights, a father must establish paternity. Establishing...
Stepchildren and the divorce process
For parents, getting divorced brings up many stressors and areas of uncertainty. Aside from dealing with legal matters and working through the financial impact of a divorce, child custody and one's ability to continue a healthy relationship with their child is at...
Tips for creating a parenting plan
Going through a divorce is difficult; when you have children, it can be especially challenging. You want to protect your children and ensure they feel loved and happy regardless of your relationship with your ex-partner. That’s why it’s essential to create an...
Why a health care directive is needed in an estate plan
When some people in Minnesota think about estate planning, they may imagine making a will or a trust and deciding what should happen to their assets. However, there is another important element of estate planning, and that is preparing for becoming incapacitated. This...
Why parents should consider collaborative divorce
The holiday season can be especially tough for those in Minnesota who have just gotten divorced. While emotions may run high, it is important for parents to understand that the holiday season should be geared toward what their children want to do. This will likely...
How to avoid co-parenting disputes during the holidays
It's that time of year. Like many Minnesota families, you and your children are likely getting ready for the hustle and bustle of another holiday season. This year might be a bit different if you also happen to be one of the many families in the state who have...
Tips for working with a difficult co-parent
Parents in Minnesota and across the United States want what is best for their children. Going through a divorce and then trying to co-parent with a toxic individual can make a parent feel like good parenting is impossible. However, there are steps a person can take in...
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