An attempt to re-open a dissolution of marriage case most likely has to be done within one year. You don't state what your objective is. Do you want to remain married or want an opportunity to begin the process anew? It will certainly be challenging, time consuming and expensive.

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Unfortunately, it seems you are in a very difficult position. I apologize, but I am not sure what guidance can be given on a free online Q and A. Trying to set aside the default judgment may be an option if it wasn’t that long ago. If she left you in '22, an OFP seems untimely, unless the... View More

A default judgment can be set aside by the judge. Simply claiming the property wasn't properly divided may not be enough. The judge will need to know why you didn't do anything before now. If it is set aside, it begins anew.

I have no doubt it is stressful. That is why I and other attorneys try to ensure everything is final (or easily finalized) when the judgment is signed. Did you have an attorney 15 years ago?

Obviously, you can try to convince him to take you off the mortgage yourself. You could hire an... View More

In most civil cases, you do not have the right to a court-appointed attorney. This includes dissolution (divorce), custody/parenting time, and child support cases. In these cases you have the option to hire a private attorney. Some organizations use a sliding scale to charge for legal services... View More

Perhaps or perhaps not. It depends on numerous and various factors. The business could very well be martial property or it could be separate property depending on the situation. I apologize, but the fact your husband owned a business during your marriage is only the first thing to consider.... View More

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answered on Mar 1, 2024

In Minnesota, individuals facing financial difficulties, such as being unemployed and experiencing hardships like mistreatment within a marriage, can seek assistance for obtaining a divorce. Various resources are available, including legal aid organizations that offer free or low-cost legal... View More

For him to spend $40,000 on attorneys and you nothing seems unusual. I am sorry, but you cannot expect an attorney to donate > $40,000 in legal services to clean up this situation for you. I am not even sure how much can be done. I suggest you hire a lawyer to evaluate your situation to see... View More

You will need to enforce the judgment like any other judgment. Was the QDRO signed by the judge or was it just mentioned in the settlement agreement? Without reading the judgment, I don't know you best course of action. My best regards.

An attorney cannot provide a definitive answer in a free online Q and A. A recent court ruling may provide a change to the traditional distribution. The esop growth has earned nearly 4M over the last 25 years during the marriage. All property acquired by either spouse during the marriage is... View More

If you were representing yourself, you don't get sworn as if you were as witness.

The court and other party need to be promptly informed of your change of address.

Quite simply, you and your spouse will need to decide what is fair distribution.

Perhaps, but why didn't you notice this in the last twenty years? If you have always known of the loan, it probably much too late.

Your husband may be entitled to an equitable share of the house.

He said "no" or he said he didn't set up the account? College funds are generally trust funds controlled by the Trustee who generally provides in the Trust fund document that he has discretion. That would prove a difficulty especially since you don't want to antagonize him.... View More

If it isn't a remote hearing, you can request one.

The house appears to be martial property, the inheritance is no longer relevant. Other factors may provide for another classification.

A lie detector test isn't worth a thing. You can request information as well. I am sorry, but it doesn't seem you have a good grasp of what is happening. The court has information on its website and the law library is a great resource. Obviously, an attorney would be advantageous.

The United States and Minnesota Constitutions both establish the right to an attorney for anyone facing a charge punishable by “loss of liberty.” This would not apply to protective orders.