Congratulations to Claire Paulsen on her law clerk job with Judge Paul Scoggin!
Claire Paulsen worked as a Student Attorney at Lake Harriet Law Office during her 2L year of law school. Claire graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School in May, 2023. Prior to attending law school, she attended Minnesota State University, Mankato where she earned her Bachelor's of Science Degree [...]
Navigating Joint Custody in Minnesota
When it comes to determining joint custody of a child, the legal landscape can vary significantly from one state to another. In Minnesota, the primary focus remains on the best interests of the child. However, specific laws, standards, and procedures within the legal field can impact how joint custody is [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Minnesota Adoption, Child Custody and Support
You and your spouse made a decision as a couple and parents to adopt a child and provide that child all the love he or she (or any child) deserves. And for a while, you made a beautiful, loving family. However, as we have learned time and again, marriages do [...]
Mitigating Tax Liability in Divorce
Divorce can be emotional, confusing and sometimes expensive. During a divorce proceeding, any advice to save money, protect cash flow or mitigate tax liability is welcomed by a client. Fortunately, there are ways to address financial issues and mitigate taxes to help offset the existence of other new expenses. You [...]
Minnesota Divorce and Property Division – What Does Equitable Division Mean?
In Minnesota, the division of assets and debts in a Divorce does not need to be mathematically equal, as addressed in Johns v. Johns, 354 N.W.2d 564, 566 (Minn. Ct. App. 1984). Equitable does not necessarily mean equal. In most long-term marriages, however, an equal division is deemed appropriate (see [...]