Universal agreement is difficult to find in even the most amicable divorces and we all know that most divorces have more than their share of disagreements, disputes and differences of opinion. A contested divorce in the state of Minnesota is defined as one in which even one major issue is not agreed upon. One single issue. Divorce or family lawyers are generally needed in instances of contested divorces to make sure that an individual’s perspective is put forward to the strongest possible way. Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn of Coon Rapids, MN, has more than two decades of experience in Minnesota family law cases and can help you navigate through even the most complicated divorce.
Factors Fueling A Contested Divorce, Andover MN
A contested divorce usually centers around disagreement about one of the following areas of a settlement:
1. Division of property, assets, debts or other financial information.
2. Determination of child custody (when applicable).
3. Development of a parenting plan outlining when the children will spend time with each parent.
4. Spousal and/or child support.
Navigating A Complicated Divorce
Lisa Kallemeyn, of Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn is a family law attorney who has devoted more than twenty years, as well as her entire practice to family law. In that time, she has helped many families navigate difficult divorces and come through the experience able to move forward in a healthy way. Lisa combines an innate ability to find common ground (she is also a certified divorce mediator) with a passion for representing the views of her clients to provide the strongest possible representation in contested divorce cases.
Contested divorces generally take longer and can be more expensive than uncontested divorces because the parties do not agree on one or more issues regarding the settlement. Many times, a divorce can be initially contested but after some time and resolution, the divorce can become uncontested. Partnering with a lawyer that understands the complexities of divorce is often key to successful resolution.
Get The Divorce Support You Need
The team at Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn can meet with you and help you determine if you and your divorcing spouse have agreement on the key issues in your case. You can come out of a divorce stronger and looking forward to building a new life. We can provide a wide variety of legal support, representation or even divorce mediation depending on your specific needs. Call us at (763) 427-5131 to set up an appointment to learn more.
