How NOT To Represent Yourself
We all know that dealing with the court system can not only be stressful, but very expensive. In hopes of cutting costs, some individuals decide to represent themselves in court. Although this may sound like a smart idea at first, it can be very challenging because of the varying laws that may apply in your case. There are some people that are successful with representing themselves, however for the other majority, it is better to consult with a legal representative.
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Dealing with the emotions of a divorce on its own are enough to handle. Trying to deal with the legal side of a divorce can easily put someone over the edge. Often times, they choose the wrong attorney, and continue to drown in anger and fear because their lawyer does not have their best interests in mind. If you are in the Minneapolis or St. Paul, MN area, Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn, PLLC is here to change your mindset of lawyers while assisting you with your divorce today! Our number one priority as a law firm is helping our clients find answers to difficult situations, especially divorce.
Going through a divorce can be one of the toughest times in your life. From arguing, to upsetting children, to financial strains, divorce can quickly take a toll on all parties involved. The court system can wear anyone down, especially if you are dealing with your partner that you at once dreamed of living the rest of your life with. If you live in Coon Rapids, MN and are looking for a helpful divorce attorney to get you through this difficult time in your life, look no further than the Minnesota Law Firm of Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn, PLLC.
If there was a poll on whether or not divorced American’s experienced stress during the divorce process, nearly all cases would say “yes”. No one goes into a marriage planning to get divorced, so you can imagine the emotions felt by couples when divorce becomes the only answer. Not only can a divorce affect you emotionally, but research has shown that it can also increase your chance of a heart attack, especially in women. If you live in Minnesota and are beginning the process of a divorce, team up with Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn, PLLC, a Minnesota law firm dedicated to helping keep your stress level low throughout this difficult time in your life.
Being a step parent in today’s society can be tough. You serve as a parental figure in a child’s life however you are not biologically related. Typically the same responsibilities apply to step parents when it comes to providing parental guidance within a household. Although you may think that step parents have the same rights as biological parents, in Minnesota, that is not necessarily the case. 
Breaking up with an individual you have been dating, are engaged to, or married to is never easy. The way entertainment paints the picture of love, you would think that all relationships are happy and full of joy from beginning to end. The truth is, relationships at any level require hard work, commitment, and an open mind to adapting to your partner. Anytime there are children involved, calling it ‘off’ is even more difficult. Now, you are not only affecting your partner, but the children as well. You may wonder, how does child custody work for an unmarried couple?
No matter what type of person you are, at work or on your personal time, people can be manipulated into doing bad things. Yes, even good people! There will be times in life where you are tested by others to do things like cheat, lie, or even take advantage of others. If you do not grab a hold of these situations early, you may find yourself in a difficult environment.
Divorce is a time of turmoil, both psychological and financial. A newly divorced individual may feel the need to get life back to normal as soon as possible. This often translates into buying a home and taking on a mortgage payment. Folks who are soon to be divorced or newly divorced need to take a hard look at whether this is the optimal time for home buying.
Divorcing couples are required by law to Openly Disclose all Assets. Some people lie or cheat to hide assets in an attempt to keep the assets to themselves. Each party in the divorce must sign a Financial Affidavit swearing to tell the truth about all Assets, Income, Liabilities and Expenses. Unfortunately, not all parties can resist the temptation to conceal hidden assets to prevent their spouse from receiving a Fair Divorce Settlement.
When you hear the term prenup, most people think of wealthy people that have incredibly lavish weddings and make a lot of money. Commonly, you hear about professional athletes, celebrities, doctor’s and other highly paid professionals signing a prenuptial agreement when they get married. Although prenups are popular for the wealthy, they can also be beneficial for couples that do not bring home a lot of money.
