Farhan  |  August 26, 2015

Child Custody Help: When Your Child is Taken Out of State

What happens when the other parent takes my child and moves to another state without my consent? We can give you the child custody help you need.In Minnesota, and in
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Brian J. Clausen  |  May 25, 2015

When Should I Consider Requesting Emergency or Expedited Relief in Minnesota?

Requests for emergency, expedited and/or Ex Parte relief should be used extremely sparingly and typically only in situations where a child's physical or emotional health is eminently in immediate danger
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Farhan  |  May 13, 2015

Getting Separated From A Spouse Prior To Divorce in Minnesota

Divorce Can Be A Lengthy Process For those who have experienced a divorce in the State of Minnesota, he or she will tell you that it can be a lengthy
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Brian J. Clausen  |  May 11, 2015

Can a Court in Minnesota Force a Spouse to Move Out?

At the start of a divorce, emotions are often high and one spouse may want the other excluded from the home they once shared. When I first meet with clients,
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Farhan  |  April 3, 2012

Domestic Abuse Order for Protection (OFP)

In Minnesota, a victim of domestic abuse can seek an Order from the District Courts, prohibiting contact from an abuser. Minnesota Statute Section 518B.01 subd. 1 allows a Court to
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Farhan  |  January 21, 2012

The Definition of Domestic Abuse in Minnesota

The National Domestic Violence Hotline defines domestic violence as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. 
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Farhan  |  August 8, 2011

Order for Protection in Minnesota

In Minnesota, victims of domestic abuse can obtain an Order for Protection against a family or household member, or other certain individuals.  An Order for Protection, commonly called an OFP,
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