Divorce mediation is a very effective method of sorting out all of the necessary issues related to a divorce. However, it is sometimes overlooked as divorcing couples rush into fighting it out in court. It is very common for a divorce to stir up many emotions for both parties, making it difficult to agree on the terms of the separation.
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Death of a loved one is frequently cited as one of the most stressful life events, along with divorce, job loss and sudden illness. Death is unpredictable and can leave family and loved ones grieving, struggling for answers and suddenly with an estate to manage. Questions often come up after the death of a loved one about how to distribute assets and property and how to settle debts. Seeking legal advice is advisable to ensure that this process is followed correctly, according to state law. Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn specializes in probate law and can help your family navigate the legal issues around the estate so that you can focus on healing. Read Full Post
The death of a close friend of loved one is never easy. Whether it is expected or not, the sense of loss, grief, sadness and even shock are pervasive. Suddenly, even during the grieving process, loved ones also have to deal with the stark reality of planning a funeral and managing an estate. This unfamiliar and sometimes complex process can be overwhelming and difficult for a family. Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn specializes in probate and estate law in Anoka County, MN, and can help ease the burden after the death of a loved one by handling all legal aspects of managing the estate. Read Full Post
Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn Law Firm is an experienced and trusted Anoka County law practice that specializes in divorce law and serves the communities of Blaine, Anoka, Andover, and Ham Lake, MN. Our team understands the complexities of divorce and the many emotions, conflicts and difficulties couples face when they decide to end their marriage. We have found that many of our clients may not realize that divorces involving attorneys do not have to translate to prolonged and/or bitter court battles. A strong attorney will work to help you get through your divorce with minimal emotional and financial upset. The team Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn will serve you as great advocates who are not only well trained in the law, but also in finding the best possible solutions to very complex marital issues. Read Full Post
Rental properties can be extremely lucrative and low maintenance, until you have a tenant that is difficult to work with, does not pay rent or breaks another important aspect of a lease. Suddenly, instead of going month to month with minimal issues, you find yourself debating whether to push your tenant out or continue to battle. Tenant eviction can be stressful, even for the most experienced landlords. Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn specializes in tenant eviction for simple or complex cases in the Coon Rapids, Blaine, Anoka, Andover, or Ham Lake area and can help you move through this process with ease and efficiency. Read Full Post
One of the most frequently asked questions about the divorce mediation process is whether you are allowed (or encouraged) to have an attorney during the process. The short answer is that you are absolutely permitted to have a lawyer present during the process if that is your preference. Your attorney can be a resource and provide legal information about the paperwork that will be needed to file with the courts and help you think through the solutions that are arrived at during the mediation process. Lisa Kallemeyn of Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn can represent you during the mediation process and serve as a legal resource for you during this process. She is a divorce attorney with more than 20 years of experience serving the Coon Rapids, Blaine, Ham Lake, Andover, Anoka and Champlin, MN area. Read Full Post
Purchasing, selling and renting real estate can be complicated and often requires signatures on as many as 25-30 different documents for just a simple transaction. Understanding the intricacies of your real estate transaction can prevent you from conflict in the future and/or losing money in the deal. The attorneys at Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn specialize in real estate law and can help you with all types of real estate transactions, including the purchase and sale of property, renting, financing, acquisition, construction projects and land development for those in the Coon Rapids, Blaine, Anoka, Andover and Ham Lake, Minnesota area. Read Full Post
If you’re beginning the divorce process, it can be overwhelming, to say the least. For many divorcing couples, the emotional strain of divorce can create conflict – even in the most amicable relationships. If you’re hoping to keep your divorce civil, though, whether it be for the sake of your family or for your own benefit, it may benefit you to work with a divorce mediator to help settle your divorce. When you work with a divorce mediator, you have the opportunity to work through a low-conflict divorce with the help of a neutral third party. Whether you’re looking for a Coon Rapids, Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Anoka, Andover or Ham Lake, MN divorce mediator, at Kallemeyn and Kallemeyn, our divorce mediator Lisa will help you and your spouse work through a peaceful divorce so that you can come to a legally equitable divorce agreement while saving time, money, stress, and emotional strain Read Full Post
Mediation can be an effective strategy for settling the important terms of a divorce, including child/spousal support payments, division of assets, debts and property and development of a parenting plan (sometimes called a custody agreement). Mediation must be entered into voluntarily by both parties, and neither party can be forced to participate. If you and your divorcing spouse decide to pursue mediation as a tool for settling your divorce, you will likely find that it is faster, less expensive and costs less than using the traditional court system. Lisa Kallemeyn, of Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn, is a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the MN Rules of Practice. Lisa has more than two decades of experience as a mediator and has worked with couples from Coon Rapids, Blaine, Anoka, Andover and Ham Lake, Minnesota. Read Full Post
When mourning the loss of a family member, it is unfortunate but necessary to move forward with the legal process of probate. Many people have questions about the legal process and probate law. Probate law is the legal process whereby a will is proved in a court and accepted as a valid public document that is the true last testament of the deceased person. The granting of probate is the very first step of the legal process. A probate court decides the legal validation of will and grants. Read Full Post
