Family Law Resources

Attorney Merlyn Meinerts Given “Best Lawyer in Lakeville” Readers’ Choice Award January 29, 2019

Attorney Merlyn Meinert s is the head of Meinerts Law Office, the trusted name in family law representation throughout Savage, Lakeville, and beyond. For more than 25 years, he has devoted his legal ...

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Meinerts Law Office, P.A. Welcomes Attorney Emily Peterson November 26, 2018

At Meinerts Law Office, P.A., we’re pleased to announce that the talented Emily B. Peterson has now joined our team of Savage family law advocates! Attorney Peterson is well-known throughout the ...

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Utilizing Mediation and Collaborative Law in Divorce October 16, 2017

There are alternative ways to resolve divorce disputes without the need for prolonged, costly litigation. For people seeking a more amicable, less expensive and more expeditious way to resolve ...

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Getting Divorced? Explore Ways to Ease the Transition for Your Kids September 20, 2017

Going through a divorce can be hard on both parents and children. Not only is there potential for conflict, but a divorce heralds big lifestyle changes for every member of a family. While change is ...

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The Status of Alimony in Minnesota and Beyond August 23, 2017

Alimony in Minnesota The concept of spousal support, or spousal maintenance as it is known in Minnesota, originated at a time when divorce was based on fault and women were largely excluded from the ...

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Rising Number of Women Ordered to Make Alimony Payments After Divorce August 8, 2017

Couples divorcing in Minnesota have a wide array of issues to consider throughout the process. In addition to child support payments, some spouses will be ordered to pay alimony – also referred to as ...

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