Celebrity Divorce of 2021: Bill and Melinda Gates
Bill and Melinda Gates's divorce, which included elaborate headlines, paparazzi photos, and rumors, became the stuff of tabloid legend with the world soaking it up around every corner of this twisted storyline. Microsoft employees and Gates’ circle of friends and colleagues have whispered about inappropriate extramarital relationship for years. Even [...]
Congratulations to Katie on her new law clerk job with Judge David Lutz!
Katie Schwandt-LaRoche worked as a Student Attorney at Lake Harriet Law Office during her 3L year. Katie graduated from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis in June, 2020. Prior to attending law school, she earned a B.A.S. in Psychology from the University of Minnesota Duluth. After [...]
How to Co-Parent with a High Conflict Ex
Divorce is a difficult journey for every member of the family. When you get married and have children, the last thing on your mind is the end of the marriage. When you go through a divorce, your number one goal is to raise your children in a stable and loving [...]
Congratulations to Aubry Fritsch on her new job as law clerk for Judge Elizabeth Cutter!
Aubry Fritsch worked as a Student Attorney at Lake Harriet Law Office from August 2018 until December 2019. Ms. Fritsch is a December, 2019 graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis. Prior to law school she attended the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, [...]
When Divorced Parents Struggle to Create an Effective Parenting Plan
Creating an effective parenting plan is one of the best ways to prevent conflict arising after a divorce. The time that both parents spend with a child or children is essential for the well-being of all involved. Managing parenting time is often contingent on other life commitments, such as work. [...]
The Correlation between COVID-19 and Divorce Cases
According to Johns Hopkins University, over 12 million people have been diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2, commonly known as the coronavirus. The United States has seen the largest jump in cases, currently reporting over 3 million positive tests. The pandemic is impacting every area of life, from the economy to how to [...]
Valentine Proposal? Time to Consider an Antenuptial (Prenuptial) Agreement
The last thing anyone who is newly engaged wants to think about is divorce. You are feeling high from the joy of planning your life with the one you love – bringing legal papers and provisions into it can dampen the mood. While we don’t suggest handing prenuptial papers to [...]
Minnesota Divorce Topic – Equitably Dividing Assets and Debts
Financial issues are often a sticking point during divorce. Not only can valuing and dividing assets become a point of contention, but allocating debt can also be a major concern. In Minnesota Divorce cases, the division of Assets and Debts does not need to be mathematically equal, and you are [...]
Divorce and Your Child’s Education
The emotional difficulties of divorce affect children no matter what their age. When your children are school-aged, it is quite common to see some temporary changes in their academics. With love, understanding and patience, you can help your child deal with the issues presented during a divorce. The Impact on [...]
Divorce 101: How to Effectively Allocate Extracurricular Expenses for Teenagers
If you are in the process of filing for divorce, it is time to consider the needs of your growing children. While younger children have financial needs that are more easily addressed during a divorce, teenagers need additional support that is often difficult to estimate, such as expenses and fees [...]