A Q&A With Allison Maxim: Working with a Settlement-Oriented Lawyer The phrase “settlement-oriented lawyer” confuses some people. So, I sat down with someone to explain what it means, why it’s important, and how using a settlement lawyer can benefit them in their divorce. The transcript of our Q-and-A looks into the many advantages of finding […]
Dividing Complex Assets Complicates a Complex Divorce
Getting a divorce can be a complicated process under the best of circumstances: custody, visitation (called “parenting time” in Minnesota), support of children, spousal support, even who will take the family’s beloved pet all can become thorny issues to settle as part of the final decree. But when there are substantial assets to be divided, […]
Removing One Headache from Interstate Divorces: Custody Rights
Custody Rights in Interstate Divorce Going through a divorce when children are involved is difficult enough on both the parents and the kids. But when the parents end up living in different states, it can seem overwhelmingly complicated to agree on a key issue such as child visitation and custody rights. As an interstate family […]
Family Law Mediation as an Alternative Dispute Resolution Method
When couples try to resolve family disputes without resorting to litigation, they consider Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). ADR comprises a few different methods that can be used in specific scenarios for addressing disputed family law issues. Three of the most common ADR methods are: Mediation: In mediation, a neutral third-party works with the parties to […]
Using the Maxim Smith Divorce Matrix to Save Time and Money
Many people think of divorce as a contentious legal process where the courts ultimately decide the couple’s fate, but that approach is only one of many options. For couples who can work together amicably during their divorce, there is no reason for such an adversarial approach. Maxim Smith Divorce Matrix The Maxim Smith Divorce Matrix […]