Our Duluth divorce lawyers help Minnesotans navigate the following kinds of family law disputes:

• Divorce – We know just how stressful navigating a divorce can be. We’re here to support you and help you pursue an optimal outcome in your divorce case.
• Mediation – Mediation can enable you to expend less time, money, and stress on resolving your divorce. We’ll advocate for you during your mediation, helping you defend your rights and negotiate effectively with your spouse.
• Child custody and Child Support – As a parent, engaging in a child custody or support case can be nerve-wracking. Our lawyer will shoulder the legal burden of your case, so you can focus on maintaining a positive relationship with your family. Meanwhile, you can count on our Life Coach to help you deal with the psychological ramifications of your case.
• Property Division – The outcome of your property division case could impact your financial stability for years or even decades after you resolve your divorce. Our team is here to help you protect the assets that matter most and strive for an equitable outcome in your property division case.
• Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) – In many divorces, alimony plays a central role. Whether you’re a payor or recipient, we’re here to help you find the best path forward in your case.
• Adoption– When you want to welcome a new family member, we’re here to help.
• Guardianship/Conservatorship – If you find yourself involved in a guardianship or conservatorship case, figuring out where to go next may be difficult. We’ll work with you to understand your obligations as a prospective guardian or conservator and help you move forward with your case.
• Relocation – Whether you’re filing for a child relocation order or contesting one in court, our team is here to help you do what’s best for your child and defend your parental rights.

Does it Matter Who Files for Divorce First?

While there is no legal advantage in doing so, filing for divorce first can present a multitude of benefits:

• Preparation – you will have more time to assemble your team of legal experts as well as gather your finances & documentation.
• Hidden Assets -by filing first, you have a better chance at preventing your spouse from hiding money or property.
• Location – if issues such as child custody are in play, filing first will allow you to select the jurisdiction. Being able to select the county or city in which the case will be heard can have tactical advantages.
• First Impressions – you will be able to speak first if the case goes to trial. This is especially important if litigation is expected.

What to Seek in a Divorce Settlement

When you retain our services, our lawyers will break down everything you need to know about your upcoming divorce. While we will put you on the right path for success, there are several key issues that you can seek in your settlement.

• The House – a home is one of the most expensive assets you can buy as a couple. Ensure your best interests are protected by retaining our legal counsel.
• Life & Health Insurance – Will a divorce cancel your insurance policy? If so, you will need financial support to cover this expense.
• Retirement Funds – If you are nearing the age of retirement, it’s important to protect the funds you are owed. Any divorce can cancel Social Security benefits for the other spouse.
• Parenting & Custody Time – Unless you have been ruled to be “unfit to parent”, you should be allotted custody time. Our attorneys will work diligently with you to ensure this happens.

What Does a Family Lawyer Do Exactly?

A family lawyer does exactly what their name implies, they focus on family law issues specifically, allowing them to specialize in their niche. A family lawyer can choose to litigate, negotiate, or both. Being that they help families of a wide variety, family law attorneys who are able to emphasize and relate to their clients have the most success. Our Duluth family law attorneys not only have the experience to defend you in court, but the compassion you won’t see in many other law firms.

Contact our Duluth Family Lawyer For Trusted Legal Representation

At Johnson/Turner Legal, we know that serious legal representation begins with a simple question: “How are you?” We’ll go to every length to ensure you receive the empathetic, client-focused legal counsel you deserve during your case. Get in touch with our Duluth family lawyer today!