When Do I Call A Divorce Lawyer? Update: May 19, 2025 This is one of the most difficult and emotionally loaded questions I get asked—and it’s one I never answer lightly. Believe it or not, I don’t want people to get divorced. Yes, I’m a divorce attorney. Yes, this is my profession, and yes, I…
UPDATE: May 2025 A default divorce in Minnesota is a kind of divorce in which one of the spouses does not respond or participate in the legal proceedings. A default divorce happens if the party being served with divorce papers does not respond (or “answer”) within the required time frame (you have 30 days to…
By: Jason Kohlmeyer UPDATED: Feb. 2026 Key Takeaways Minnesota is a no-fault divorce state, meaning adultery does not affect the ability to file for divorce. While adultery doesn’t impact the divorce process, it can influence child custody and financial decisions. Cases in Minnesota have evolved from strict blame-based systems to a fairer, no-fault approach. Adultery…
Navigating a Divorce in Minnesota: The North Star State’s Legal Maze When it comes to divorce, every state has its own quirks, and Minnesota is no exception. The land of 10,000 lakes isn’t just about ice fishing, hot dish, and Paul Bunyan—it’s also got its own legal twists and turns when it comes to ending…
I had an interesting conversation a few weeks ago with a good friend who didn’t understand why people need divorce lawyers; he thought the whole system was pretty self-explanatory: you fill out some form, and presto-chango, you’re divorced. He questioned how a couple of people in suits, who don’t know either party, could help…
Domestic Abuse and Divorce in Minnesota UPDATE: March 2024 Victims of domestic violence have many difficulties on their plate at any given time: dealing with the physical effects of abuse, seeking help with mental trauma, and finding a positive care situation for children. Going through a divorce can often exacerbate these issues. Emotions run high in almost…
10 Family Law Questions Sometimes you just want the facts, just the facts Ma’am. And that is what this post, a down and dirty look at some very common questions (I bet I answer at least 4 of these a week on the phone!). You won’t find any crazy long-winded answers here, just what you need to know….
A Comprehensive Glossary of Minnesota Divorce and Family Law Terms Affidavit: A voluntary, written statement of facts sworn to be true by the person signing it, often used as evidence in court. Affidavit of Service: A document sworn under oath indicating that a specific document was delivered to a certain individual on a particular date….
UPDATED: Feb 2026 I’ve found that an appeal in divorce and custody cases is very frequently misunderstood. This is short post to help you understand what actually happens during a Minnesota Family Law Appeal. (Note this is a new updated post, 5 years I discussed appeals, which you can read if you’d like). What Can…
Sales and Divorce Mistakes | As regular readers of my divorce blog know, I am pretty darn blunt. I call them like I see them, so to speak I suppose it’s because after nearly 20 years of dealing with divorces I am not looking to make any more friends and don’t need to worry about…
