Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Family Law
Domestic violence remains a serious public safety issue. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, approximately 36 percent of women and a significant percentage of men will be the victim of intimate partner violence during the course of their life. A restraining order is a source of legal protection for victims of family violence. This …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Divorce, Family Law
Divorce is one of the most difficult things that parents of young kids can go through. Even if you and your spouse both agree that a separation is best, the process can still be incredibly stressful. At the same time, divorce is a normal part of life for many people. While it can be challenging, …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Disestablish Paternity, Family Law, Paternity
Paternity is important. Without it, fathers lack rights and responsibilities. Most paternity disputes involve cases in which paternity has not been established. Either the mother or putative father is seeking paternity rights. However, there are also some cases that go in the opposite direction. You may be wondering: Can paternity be taken back after it …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Child Custody, Family Law
In Minnesota, custody & visitation cases are handled under the state’s best interests of the child standard (Sec. 518.17 MN Statutes). As Minnesota policy presumes that it is better for a child to have a positive, ongoing relationship with both parties, shared custody is common. For parents with shared custody, it is crucial that they …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Divorce, Family Law, Finances and Divorce
Divorce is complicated. For high income and high net worth couples, a marital separation can be especially challenging. It is crucial that you are able to get your finances in order. If you own complex assets and/or you believe your spouse may be hiding property, a forensic accounting investigation can help to protect your rights. …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Divorce, Family Law
Going through a divorce or separation is never easy, especially for parents of young children. To help facilitate the best possible environment for the child, Minnesota encourages parents to come to a parenting plan that outlines parental rights and responsibilities. The Parenting Agreement Worksheet (Minnesota Version) is used to help parents put together an effective …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Family Law
Going through a custody or visitation dispute is never easy. When you finally reach a resolution, it can bring a tremendous amount of relief. Unfortunately, that is not always the end of the matter. You may be stuck dealing with an ex who simply refuses to follow the parenting time schedule—thereby taking away the precious …
Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Family Law
Many family law disputes are complicated. In certain circumstances, an expert witness may need to be brought in to help bring clarity to a specialized matter. Minnesota has strict rules and procedures regarding the use of expert witnesses. In this article, our Mankato family lawyers highlight the most important things you should know about expert …
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Posted by Jason Kohlmeyer | Family Law
A married man is presumed to be the father of his wife’s child. No paperwork is required. However, unmarried couples face some additional challenges. They do have to take action to establish paternity in Minnesota. That is not to say that doing so is always complicated: Through the Minnesota Voluntary Recognition of Parentage form, an …
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Posted by Jason Kohlmeyer | Child Custody, Family Law
One question many divorced/separated parents have asked: Can I move my child out of state? The short answer is ‘yes’—but only when you follow the proper procedures. If you have shared legal custody or your former partner has visitation rights, Minnesota law prevents you from simply packing up and moving out of state. Before you …
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