child custody

Courts take restraining orders seriously when determining custody arrangements, as they often indicate potential safety concerns for the child or the other parent. This legal measure, also known as an order of protection, ensures the safety of individuals who have...

When a Minnesota judge issued a final decree in your divorce, it may have included an agreement regarding the care and support of your children. Parents want what’s best for their kids, even if they themselves no longer wish to be in a marriage together. When parents...

Many Minnesota spouses are parents dealing with exes who are determined to turn their children against them. Some do this as an act of revenge for past marital hurt or out of anger because of a divorce. Every parent (barring restrictions set by the court due to...

For many Minnesota parents, the start of 2024 will be affected by divorce proceedings. While such situations do cause disruption and stress in children’s lives, there are options available to help maintain a sense of normalcy and routine, both of which have been known...

For Minnesota parents who are going through a divorce, the holidays can be challenging. This is also true for children, who may feel torn between two households and loyalty to both parents. Several issues can not only put a damper on the joy of the season but can...

As a Minnesota parent who wants what is best for your children, you’re no doubt willing to do challenging things, perhaps even things you don’t want to do when you know it benefits your kids. If you have filed for a divorce, for instance, you might have to compromise...

When a pair of Minnesota parents file for divorce, the decision usually causes disruption in their children’s lives. Even so, good parents want what is best for their kids and are typically willing to cooperate and compromise to protect their children’s best interests...

If you’re one of many Missouri parents who are headed for divorce, you’ll want to make sure your co-parenting agreement is solid enough to avoid summertime disputes. Some parents make the mistake of wanting to “get it over with,” so their co-parenting agreement winds...

A Minnesota family court judge often makes decisions on behalf of parents who have filed for divorce. A judge may use discretion in conjunction with state guidelines regarding issues that are relevant to a particular couple’s children. The court always has the...

Many Minnesota parents are getting ready for their first holiday season after finalizing a divorce. They want their children to still enjoy family customs and traditions, but they also want everyone to avoid the stress of divorce whenever possible. The holidays can...