Revision of Treatise on Spousal Maintenance
Today I extensively revised my popular treatise on Spousal Maintenance, to include discussion of new statutory implications for original awards and modifications of awards.
New FAQ about Buying and Selling Real Estate Pending Divorce
Today I published a new FAQ in response to the recurring question of whether or not a spouse may sell or encumber the marital homestead or other real estate without the other spouse's signature.
New FAQ about Placing Case on Inactive Status
Today I published a new FAQ with template form to assist spouses who wish to pursue reconciliation after a divorce case has already commenced. This piece explains how to place a case on "Inactive Status," to allow time to pursue reconciliation without having to immediately dismiss the case.
Update to Grandparent Visitation Article
Jul 03 2020 Filed in: Custody | Parenting time
I have updated my article on grandparent visitation to make clear that according to case law, there is another exception to the general rule that grandchildren must have lived with the grandparents for at least twelve months in order to seek court-ordered visitation: specifically, that the parents have executed and filed a Recognition of Parentage (as most unmarried parents have).
New FAQ on Child Care Right of First Refusal
In response to frequent questions about Child Care Right of First Refusal language in parenting time orders, I have written a concise FAQ on the topic, titled "What is a Child Care Right of First Refusal." I define it, discuss it, and provide some sample language.
New FAQ on In-State Moves
In response to frequent questions about the implications of In-State moves on parenting time and school choice, I have authored a new FAQ titled "Do I Need Permission to Move Within Minnesota."
