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If a Birth Father Can Prove Paternity, Does that Mean He Will Automatically Get Custody Rights in Minnesota?
Being the birth father only establishes paternity rights. If the father desires more than that, there is always the option to take the matter to court.
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Is There Any Benefit to Filing for A Divorce Before Your Spouse Under Minnesota Law?
Since Minnesota is considered a no-fault state, it does not necessarily give anyone an advantage to file first in a divorce.
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What Factors Do You Look at With Your Client in Determining Whether Taking a Custody Case to Trial Is the Next Right Step or Not?
A determination of custody looks at the best interest factors set out in Minnesota statute.
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As a Family Law Attorney, What Are the Most Common Issues You Handle when It Comes to Child Custody Matters?
The most common issues presented to me are those of extra time to be spent with each parent in a schedule.
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Does Minnesota Recognize Spousal Maintenance, Alimony, or Spousal Support Awards in A Divorce Case? if So, Who Generally Is Required to Pay?
Minnesota does recognize spousal maintenance. They look at several factors.
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What if We, as The Parents, Can’t Come to An Agreement on Custody? Do We Have to Go to Court to Solve It?
Before the need for an actual trial, there are steps encouraged to support parents in reaching an agreement on custody.