Divorce is an opportunity for a new beginning, but that doesn’t mean the process of getting divorced is easy. As divorce attorneys near Hugo will tell you, divorce often requires patience, negotiation, and the ability to see things from different perspectives. At Atticus Family Law, we help families as they navigate the unknowns of the next chapter in their lives with compassion and sensitivity.
Going through any type of divorce is emotionally draining and time-consuming. You likely want to get this chapter of your life over with so you can move on to better things. Each divorce is different, and there is no blanket answer for how long your divorce might take. It is best to speak with experienced divorce attorneys near Hugo to get an estimate of how long you should expect your divorce to take. The time from filing until completion will depend on factors such as:
If you have an uncontested divorce, it can be finalized in as little as 30 days, with most cases taking about 60 days. An uncontested divorce is one in which one spouse files for the divorce and the other does not try to fight the divorce or what the filing spouse has asked for in the divorce. Divorces with higher complexities where spouses cannot agree on issues, such as the division of assets and debts or child support, can take much longer. The more items that you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse can agree on, the faster your divorce might be over, and the less it will likely cost you.
In the divorce, either spouse can ask the other for spousal support. Also known as alimony, these payments are designed to help the other spouse maintain the standard of living established during the marriage. Under Minnesota family law, a judge can grant alimony to a requesting spouse if they:
The judge will consider the following factors when determining the amount and duration of spousal support payments:
Our divorce attorneys near Hugo only represent family law clients. Narrowing their focus to one area of the law allows them to gain the experience needed to provide the best legal services to families during these often-trying times. To obtain representation that will serve you both now and in the future, contact us to schedule your appointment today.
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I hired Atticus Family Law after I could not get my case moving forward. This was the best decision I could have made. Once Alexandra Reynolds was put on my case, she worked consistently and aggressively on ensuring
The worst thing I have ever experienced in my life, my divorce, felt like a never-ending maze of financial and emotional torment. Alexandra Reynolds was there to guide me through the process. Her ability to break things down
Alexandra and the entire team at Atticus Family Law have been nothing short of amazing during what is no doubt one of the most challenging times to navigate! Her incredibly poised and professional approach with opposing counsel and
Matthew Ludt and his team were wonderful to work with. Exceptional in communication, making sure I understood every step of the process. From attentively gathering all the details, and laying out road maps of how to proceed, to
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Matt was an awesome collaborative lawyer! Worked hard to make my experience easy with little worry. Getting divorced was the easiest thing I’ve done in 2020. Matt made sure it was low stress! Highly recommend.
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