Going through a custody or visitation dispute is never easy. As a parent, it is crucial that you have an understanding of your rights and your options so that you are in the best position to protect yourself and your family. Unfortunately, there are many common myths about how child custody actually works. In this article, our Southern Minnesota child…
Were you arrested and charged with a crime in Southern Minnesota? It is imperative that you take immediate action to protect your rights and your future. Defending a criminal charge is complicated—much of the process occurs before any actual criminal trial. Indeed, pre-trial motions are a key part of any effective criminal defense strategy. Here, our Mankato criminal defense attorney…
Small business is at the heart of our economy. The Small Business Administration (SBA) reports that there are more than 525,000 small companies operating in Minnesota—employing nearly half of the state’s total workforce. For business owners, going through a divorce can be especially challenging. It is imperative that they know how to protect their rights and their company. A comprehensive…
Few things are more stressful than an arrest. If you have been arrested, it is imperative that you know how to protect yourself, your rights, and your future. You should not give a statement to the police or answer any of their questions—unless you have an attorney by your side. Within this article, our Southern Minnesota criminal defense lawyers highlight…
Are you a parent of young children? If you are divorced or otherwise separated, child support may be a legal issue that you need to address. The Minnesota Department of Human Services explains that “every child has the right to support from both parents.” There are strong enforcement mechanisms in Minnesota that allow for the collection of delinquent child support.…
Being arrested and charged with a felony offense is a serious, potentially even life-altering situation. Under Minnesota law (Sec. 609.02 MN Statutes), a felony is defined as “a crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year may be imposed.” Going through the criminal justice process is never easy—it is even more challenging if you get an…
Are you a divorced or otherwise separated parent whose needs have changed? If so, you may need a modification of your parenting plan. In Minnesota, parenting plans are always subject to modification. They can be modified through mutual agreement of the parents or through a court order based on a substantial change in circumstances. Within this article, our Mankato family…
If you have seen virtually any crime show or legal procedural, you have likely seen someone plead the “fifth” to avoid answering questions. You may be wondering: How does pleading Fifth work in real life? The short answer is that any person can exercise their constitutionally protected right against self-incrimination by declining questions while in custody or in court. In…
Studies suggest that two-thirds (or more) of married couples primarily use joint financial accounts. You may have a joint checking account, joint savings account, and/or joint credit cards. One of the more challenging aspects of getting divorced is untangling all of these joint financial accounts. At Kohlmeyer Hagen, Law Office Chtd., we provide solutions-focused family & divorce representation in Southern…
While thousands of married couples separate every year in Minnesota, a divorce is never easy for the person that is actually going through it. There are undoubtedly many things on your mind—your finances should not take a backseat. It is crucial that you have the knowledge, tools, and resources to protect your financial interests. Here, our Mankato divorce attorney offers…