If you are unable to obtain legal representation through Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid you may want to need-based attorney's fees. They are awarded if there is a substantial disparity in the parties' incomes and the Court finds that one party has the means to pay the other party's... View More

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answered on Jun 10, 2025

Yes, your husband can take legal steps to seek temporary full custody if there’s a serious concern about his daughter’s safety, especially following something like a suicidal attempt or serious self-harm in the mother’s care. In a situation like this, he should talk to his attorney about... View More

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answered on Jun 10, 2025

In Minnesota, an unwed mother is not legally obligated to put the biological father’s name on the birth certificate at the time of the child’s birth.

Under Minnesota Statutes § 144.215, subd. 1, the mother has the right to provide identifying information for the birth record. If the... View More

Another possibility is limited-scope representation when you and a lawyer agree that the lawyer will handle some parts of your case and you will handle others. This is different from more traditional arrangements between lawyers and clients where a lawyer is hired to provide legal services on all... View More

Here is an excellent place to become familiar with the process and some resources. https://www.mncourts.gov/Help-Topics/Divorce.aspx. Some attorneys are willing to work with you as far as payment plans. There is a possibility your partner may be responsible for some or all of your attorney's... View More

You certainly have valid concerns. You will have to forgive me, but an online Q and A isn't an opportunity for an attorney to go into any detail in what may be right for your son. You can certainly try to address the situation before the courts or social services get involved. Perhaps a... View More

Best practice for a person with a Harassment Restraining Order prohibiting contact with anothe rperson would be to avoid contact, whether direct or indirect. In practice, such a person may end up in the same courtroom during or waiting for a court hearing, for example. And that would not be... View More

This largely depends on two things: whether or not the other parent has court-ordered parenting time, and if so, whether or not the other parent agrees to the move out of state. If the non-moving parent has court ordered parenting time, it is usually required that the parent seeking to move file a... View More

This seems to be a tense situation. If your son's wife just gave him divorce papers, he does not have to move out right away, but maybe it's better if he does. I don't know what type of case she thinks she can make, but taking a child to his grandparents' house doesn't seem threatening.

Citizens report the incident to law enforcement, law enforcement conducts an investigation (if appropriate), prosecutors decide if criminal charges are to be filed. In most cases, family court is where these situations are addressed not criminal court.

If proper arrangements were made and it was successfully completed, it seems unlikely a mom with 50/50 (who agreed to custody voluntarily) and admit themselves to a residential treatment center would lose custody rights. She has several options when the other parent isn’t following a court order,... View More

A lawyer cannot give legal advice about a plea agreement vs. trial, without being the attorney of record, after thorough review and time spent with the known facts, discovery from the prosecution and other facts and evidence; as well as research into laws that could relate to those. As a general... View More

In family court can a Referre dismiss a case after trial with Prejudice and simultaneously order relief? Yes, depending on the circumstances. I apologize, but how you should respond can't be determined on a few phrases. An appeal may be appropriate if the referee made a mistake of law, such as... View More

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

Yes, a truancy-related CHIPS case can potentially affect your custody rights, especially if the court determines that the child’s ongoing absence from school reflects a lack of proper care, supervision, or educational support. Even though your daughter is the one being asked to admit to truancy,... View More

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answered on May 16, 2025

You're in a tough position, but you do have options. In Minnesota, both spouses are generally responsible for maintaining the household during a separation, especially if the mortgage was incurred during the marriage—even if it's only in your name. Your wife can't force you to move... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

Yes, you can file for divorce in Minnesota as long as you meet the residency requirement, which typically means you’ve lived there for at least 180 days. Since your spouse lives in Florida, the Minnesota court can still have jurisdiction over the marriage and custody matters because you and the... View More

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answered on May 7, 2025

Based on Minnesota law, your older child cannot be granted joint custody of your youngest child. In Minnesota, siblings cannot obtain custody of minor siblings; instead, they must seek guardianship. Furthermore, third parties generally do not have visitation or custody rights unless they initiate... View More

I am sure the Minnesota State Bar Association can help, unless there are other circumstances you have not mentioned.

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

When your co-parent repeatedly violates court-ordered custody exchanges, especially with police involvement, you have the right to take action. Document every incident carefully—including times, dates, and what happened. Keep copies of all police reports, text messages, or any other proof that... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

Since you have joint legal custody, your ex cannot lawfully relocate your child out of state without either your written consent or a court order approving the move. If you’ve learned that they plan to move without notifying you, you should act quickly by filing a motion in family court to... View More