Forest Lake Divorce Lawyers

Team-Based Advocacy During Your Life Transition

Our Forest Lake location is proud to serve the residents of Washington County with all their legal needs. We provide a team-based approach, tailored counsel, and flat-fee pricing to better serve our clients. We do everything in our power to ensure we can help you find the right resolution to your case.

You can find our Forest Lake office at:

56 East Broadway Ave #206

Forest Lake, MN 55025

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Areas of Family Law We Can Help You With

The Divorce Process in Forest Lake, MN

To file for divorce in Minnesota, you or your spouse must live in the state (or be a military member stationed in the state) for at least 180 days.

As a “no-fault” state, Minnesotans can file for divorce by citing “an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage relationship.” This means it is not necessary to prove that a spouse’s behavior was what led to the divorce.

Once you have reached the state requirements, you can file for divorce. To do so, you must fill out the following forms and file them with the county court. Your divorce attorney can assist you with this process. Once you have completed this step, you must serve your spouse divorce papers (you yourself cannot do this, but a law enforcement professional can). Your spouse will respond and then you and your spouse will determine which type of divorce you would like to pursue moving forward.

Types of Divorce in Forest Lake, MN

There are two types of divorce available in Minnesota:

Uncontested Dissolution of Marriage:

This type of divorce occurs when both spouses, the petitioner and the respondent, agree to all matters regarding child support, visitation, asset division, marital property, alimony etc.

Contested Dissolution of Marriage:

This type of divorce happens when the petitioner and the respondent disagree on one or more issues regarding child support, visitation, asset division, marital property, alimony, etc.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Minnesota courts recognize alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as an effective method to assist couples going through a divorce. During ADR, a mediator will help the couple come to an amicable and fair agreement. The goal is to lessen conflict to avoid taking the case to court. In Minnesota, ADR can include either:

Arbitration:

During arbitration, a neutral third party will listen to both spouses and come to an agreement after. This process may still result in a trial.

Mediation:

During mediation, a neutral third party or mediator, will work with the couple to help them resolve their issues. However, it is up the couple to reach an agreement together.

Contact Our Divorce Attorneys in Forest Lake, MN Today

As your friends in law, we are committed to providing you with the legal counsel and support necessary to help you navigate your legal issue. To learn more about the services we provide in Forest Lake, feel free to reach out to a legal professional on our team today.

Fill out a contact form online or call us directly at (651) 371-9117 to book an initial consultation today!

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“Each person I encountered here was patient, polite, communicative, and quite capable. I was grateful to know my uncharted territory had skilled guides to walk me through. I would recommend Carlo & his ...”
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“I was treated with patience and respect throughout the process of my divorce. I knew the cost in FULL of what services I needed. They made a rough process smooth for me. I am grateful to my team ...”
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Team. Innovation. Knowledge. Compassion. Community.

TEAM
Our employees are the key to the success of our clients, and ultimately of the firm. We strive to create a culture that instills a sense of belonging. We want to provide our employees with a safety net, which empowers them to take risks and make leaps, while knowing that others will support, assist and, if need be, catch them. Maintaining a firm culture of shared vision, open communication, positive work environment and friendships will foster a cohesive team of professionals working together to champion the successes of our clients, our community partners, and the firm.
INNOVATION
We believe the legal industry needs to break free from its stale and uncreative practices in order to serve the needs of today’s clients. We seek to lead the way in revolutionizing the way consumers experience legal representation. We strive to reinvent all major facets of the delivery of legal services, including how we involve our clients in our representation through information sharing and communication, how we produce legal documents, manage cases, and price our services. We understand the challenges that come with innovation, and strive to support one another’s new ideas.
KNOWLEDGE
We strive to ensure that our attorneys and staff are fully versed in their practice areas to provide our clients the best advice and representation. The knowledge necessary to do so includes not only mastering the letter of the law, but also understanding trends in the interpretation and application of the law. We are life long learners who know there will never come a day when we have all the answers. We nurture and rely on our strong network of relationships within the firm and beyond. We study; we reflect; we converse; and we challenge one another. Our depth of knowledge sets us apart.
COMPASSION
We all experiences life’s challenges, whether as part of our day-to-day routines or as a result of an event or transition in one’s life. Johnson/Turner Legal strives to help its clients and the legal profession rise through such challenges. Whether by pursuing fairness and justice, by solving problems or by bringing new perspective, Johnson/Turner Legal is dedicated to building trust and providing comfort.
COMMUNITY
We are a service organization, helping people through challenges and transitions in their lives. Our work must extend beyond our clients to champion the success of our colleagues, friends and the communities at large in which we live and work. We work to improve our communities through volunteerism and leadership.

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