2020
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."
Update to Article on Name Changes
In light of new case law from the Minnesota Supreme Court, I have updated an article on Name Changes to note the requirement that in order to have the right to notice of the name change of a minor, the father must be the "legal" father and not just the "biological" father. "Name Changes in Minnesota Divorce and Custody Cases."
Yet Another Dirty Trick to Avoid
Here's yet another Dirty Trick to avoid, which I have seen recur over the years, thus earning it a place as Dirty Trick #9 on my most popular article of all time: "Avoiding Dirty Tricks."
Another Dirty Trick to Avoid
Here's another Dirty Trick to avoid, which I have seen recur over the years, thus earning it a place as Dirty Trick #8 on my most popular article of all time: "Avoiding Dirty Tricks."
The "Real" Best Interest Factors
I have finally gotten around to writing an article I've been mulling over for years, titled "The Real Best Interest Factors." Enjoy.
Update to "Property and Debt Allocation in Divorce"
I have updated my treatise on Property and Debt Allocation in Divorce, to include a much more extensive discussion and examples of how non-marital interests in real estate are calculated, including cases where parties refinance a home or make improvements to a home during the marriage.