Generally speaking pretax assets such as 401(k)s are divided so that you each receive one-half of the gross value. If you spouse has $120,000 more...

How long will an uncontested divorce take?

Your situation has the complication of not knowing where he is. You will have to serve him by alternative means or by publication. That will take...

When my son got divorced, he let his ex have custody, his daughter was only one. He wants to change it to 50/50 now. Can he?

There is no law in Minnesota that says a parent gets 50/50 parenting time. And 4 year old children are not mature enough to make decisions...

My children have been in the Care of my dad for 6years but I have parental rights can I take them when ever

It is hard to answer your question without knowing more. Does your dad have a court order giving him custody? If so, you will need to review the...

If you already have custody by a final court order the dad will have to show that the child is endanger in your care. I encourage you to meet with...

My ex pays less than he should already and now wants child support lowered. How good are his chances of lowering?

If there has been a substantial change in circumstances the court may modify child support. You mention several things that the court will...

Can a parenting case be re-opened by the petitioner's parents if the petitioner is deceased?

Grandparents can petition the court for visitation.

To appeal, you will need to timely file an appeal with the Minnesota Court of Appeals. The forms for filing an appeal are on the Court of Appeals...

Can local police force my son to return our 11 1/2 year old grand daughter to her mother if she and we are fearful of her safety

Your question is a little confusing. Sounds like mother has drug issues and dad has not established a parenting time schedule. I suggest that he...

How to modify child custody orders?

He will need to bring a motion to modify parenting time. I suggest he discuss this with a family law attorney.