Minnesota Child Custody Lawyers

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How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are … more
What Happens To Custody When One Parent Needs To Relocate?
Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are federal laws that prohibit a … more
Can Grandparents Have Visitation With Their Grandchildren If Their Son Or Daughter Is Divorced From The Other Parent?
If a custodial parent does not allow grandparents visitation with their grandchildren the grandparents will need a court order. Before allowing a non-parental visitation order the … more

How do I decide if I need a lawyer in a custody case?
Although hiring a good lawyer can be quite expensive, it is money well spent when it comes to child custody cases. A child custody battle usually occurs when parents separate or divorce, or when something happens to cause one parent to believe that the custodial parent is no longer the best parent to care for the children. Whatever the situation may be, it is important to take a … more
What if My Child Doesn't Want to Visit with His or Her Other Parent?
It’s time for your nine-year-old child’s weekend visit with your ex, and, as usual, she’s dragging her feet. “I don’t want to go!“ she whines as you attempt to pack her overnight bag and push her toward the waiting car. “Why do I have to go?” she cries, tears welling up in her big blue eyes. Then there’s your … more

Stepparent Adoption Affidavit Checklist if Post-Placement Assessment Waived
Use this adoption form if a post-placement assessment for a stepparent adoption is waived. (ADO210 State ENG Rev 7/07)
Request to Change Child Custody
This child custody packet contains all the instructions and forms needed to request that the court make a change in the child custody arrangements … more
Notice of Motion and Motion for Change of Custody
Use this child custody form to ask the court to amend the current order for legal or physical custody of the child(ren). (CHC302 State ENG Rev 1/07)
Affidavit in Support of Motion to Change Custody
Use this child custody form to give the court all relevant information needed in order to process your request for changes in custody of the … more