Minnesota Family Law Blog | Divorce, Child Custody, Domestic ViolenceAlithis Family Law, LLC

I work odd or non-traditional hours – does this mean I won’t get child custody?

Working adults and parents have grown accustomed to odd or non-traditional work hours. In simple terms, the traditional “9-5” job seems less common now days. This is even more evident

I want this divorce to be over with quickly – is this a good idea?

Divorce is stressful enough, so why not get the process done quickly and amicably, right? For attorneys at Alithis Family Law, this is certainly our preference. Spending time, money, and

Parental Alienation in Child Custody and Parenting Time Matters

Unfortunately, sometimes a child custody case or a divorce has the unfortunate consequence that a parent has the goal of alienating or undermining a child’s relationship with the other parent through

Am I entitled to temporary or permanent spousal maintenance?

This particular post will focus on what is commonly called "temporary" or “rehabilitative” spousal maintenance. In short, “rehabilitative” spousal maintenance is defined as temporary spousal support payable for a temporary

Can I move from Minnesota to another state with my children after my divorce is finalized?

After a divorce is finalized, many parents find themselves in a state of transition. A part of this transition may include a contemplated move to another state to secure employment,

How can divorce affect retirement accounts?

After the divorce process has started, most people only think about a few assets that will be divided between the spouses once the divorce is finalized. This usually includes the

3 questions for a divorce attorney about their qualifications

During an initial consultation with a Minnesota divorce attorney, he or she will explain the process for getting a divorce and what issues might come up in your case. In meeting

What steps can I take to financially prepare for my divorce?

Following divorce, the financial situation of each person will likely change. This is because once marital property is divided, each person may move into a new home, and one spouse

5 Minnesota divorce facts that surprise most people

Fault- Minnesota is a no-fault state, meaning that a spouse’s bad acts during the marriage (addiction, affairs, abuse) are irrelevant. One spouse only needs to assert that there has been