Joseph M. Flanders and Flanders Law Firm LLC are now announcing that the firm is now providing legal services in North Dakota. The firm has licensed attorneys in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Indiana. Joseph M. Flanders counsels clients on a variety of legal matters including business law, real estate, estate planning, probate, and family law.…
At times, people call me who have questions about Minnesota law as it relates to collection of a personal loan against a significant other. I often hear the story that the purpose of the loan was to “help” the boyfriend or girlfriend because they “needed it”. That is ok if the boyfriend or girlfriend is…
I wanted to let readers know that I am now serving the Cannon Falls, MN area. So, if you are in need of a lawyer in Cannon Falls MN, don’t hesitate to call. I live in Cannon Falls, but I have been doing most of my business in the Dakota County area. I do, however, serve…
Generally there are two times when a who is asking for spousal maintenance will need to present his or her case to the judge. The first time is when the spouse is requesting temporary maintenance. The second time is a request at a final hearing – if necessary. How spousal maintenance is determined: In any…
As reported by Minnesota Public Radio, Governor Dayton has vetoed the Minnesota Joint Custody Bill. This is big news for family law practitioners around the state. As I posted previously, the Minnesota legislature had approved the bill and submitted for Governor Dayton’s review. I had mixed feelings on the bill, but I think the governor…
All divorcing couples in Minnesota are subject the possibility of default hearing. This is true for a Dakota County divorce or any divorce in the state. What does this mean? Basically, if you fail to respond to the divorce paperwork which is served upon you by your spouse, you could be subject to the court…
The Minnesota Supreme Court has issued an order related to mandatory e-filing in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties beginning September 1, 2012. Those counties are part of the Second and Fourth Judicial Districts. The court’s adopted new e-filing rules on May 24, 2012. The Minnesota Supreme Court’s e-filing order establishes new rules which every lawyer –…
The House of Representatives passed a bill encouraging joint custody in Minnesota. As I posted previously, the joint custody bill is supported by many in Minnesota, although it certainly critics. The Minnesota Family Law Section, which is the main body of representing family law lawyers with the Minnesota bar, opposes the bill. The legislature passed…
