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Under applicable Minnesota laws, a divorce case is usually known as “dissolution of marriage” commenced through the filing of a Petition for Dissolution of marriage with the proper family and divorce courts in the state. One of the major requirements to get divorced in Minnesota is that one of the spouses must have resided in the state for at least 180 days prior to the filing of the petition. Moreover, valid grounds must exist in order that a divorce case may proceed.
Thus, there must be an irretrievable breakdown of the marital relations or serious discord between the spouses which would lead either or both of them to believe that the marriage would no longer work. Of course, apart from these bare essentials, divorce cases are also complicated by other legal issues such as the distribution of marital assets, claims for spousal support and alimony, child custody issues and other relevant matters. At Twin Cities Law Firm, LLC, our divorce lawyers aid Minnesota clients in securing a legitimate and expeditious dissolution of their marriage relations by virtue of our extensive trial practice background and experience in handling scores of divorce procedures.
Twin Cities Law Firm, LLC Divorce Lawyers for Minnesota
The divorce lawyers at Twin Cities Law Firm, LLC are both experienced and licensed to practice law and provide for legal services in Minneapolis. Our legal experience enables us to represent clients in all stages of divorce proceedings, from the preparation of the petition for dissolution of marriage and other relevant documents, to the filing of necessary motions such as motions for temporary relief, assistance with marriage settlement issues, counseling and arbitration and other legal services.
Moreover, our divorce lawyers possess the necessary license to practice law and represent clients in family and divorce courts in Minnesota. Such legal representation services extend even to the stages of post-litigation motions and appeals. Our authority to represent our clients includes appearances before quasi-judicial and appellate bodies having jurisdiction to hear and try issues stemming from the main divorce case.
Legal Services Provided
Owing to our state-wide reputation as a full services firm, we are able to provide Minnesota clients with comprehensive legal services intended to meet every possible legal need and contingency in divorce proceedings. We are highly experienced in handling all types of divorce authorized in the state of Minnesota which may be roughly broken down into the following areas:
- Contested divorce
Contested divorce occurs when the spouses disagree on salient matters such as custody of common children, the division of marital properties and issues dealing with spousal support and alimony. Contested divorce involves actual litigation and necessitates the proficiency of a divorce lawyer in the defense and litigation of the case.
- Uncontested divorce
Uncontested divorce can be pursued when the parties have come to terms with the marriage settlements, particularly with the issues on custody, alimony, and property distribution. However, some rights of the parties may in turn be sacrificed which is why your lawyer must be apt in acting promptly to ensure the protection of your spousal rights and interests.
- Collaborative divorce
The presence of mediators is common in collaborative divorce wherein the legal counsels of the parties meet and try to come up with favorable legal arrangements for their clients, ascertaining that essential issues such as custody, property distribution and support would be tackled and in effect, hasten the divorce proceedings.
- Simplified divorce
Simplified divorce is so named since this is feasible when there is no apparent conflict between the spouses and the marital relations is of relatively short duration. Simplified divorces are quite convenient, less expensive and the final decree of dissolution of marriage can be issued in a much quicker manner.
- No-fault divorce
Minnesota is a no-fault divorce state. Divorce proceedings can be commenced even if there is no fault on the part of either party to the marriage. What is needed is that there must be incompatibility or irreconcilable differences between the spouses which render marriage relations inutile.
- Limited divorce
A limited divorce occurs when parties separate from bed and board and are not allowed to have sexual relations with each other or with other parties. Basically, the parties use the time spent apart to settle the essential legal issues and equitably distribute property in order to hasten the actual divorce case when filed.
Legal Consultation at Twin Cities Law Firm, LLC
At Twin Cities Law Firm, LLC, we incorporate a personalized approach in dealing with the legal issues of clients, particularly those intent on pursuing a dissolution of their marriage. Our divorce lawyers provide quality and highly responsive legal services that can address both the legal and psychological aspects of divorce. Make a phone consultation with us today and get in touch with one of our divorce lawyers. We are here to work for you.