Divorces are highly emotional and difficult periods. You may feel overwhelmed by all the decisions that must be made and the steps that need to be completed. Our experienced divorce attorneys at Gierman Law are here to help guide you through this process with compassion, professionalism and sound legal advice always representing your interests at every step of the process.

Child custody matters concern both parenting time and decision making authority. Family courts award custody based on the best interest of the child. At Gierman Law, our family law attorneys provide compassionate advocacy throughout this process to determine your best options and advocate on your behalf.

Our Legal Team can help with:

• Divorce
• Child Custody/Parenting Time
• Child Support
• Property Division
• Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)
• Post Decree Modifications

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

Collaborative Approach to Divorce

Ideally, the best divorce agreements are written cooperatively, especially when children are involved. The best interest of the children should always come first.

We strive to resolve the issues outside the courtroom to avoid the high costs and the emotionally draining aspects of litigation. We encourage resolution of divorce proceedings through negotiation with the other party or through alternative dispute techniques such as arbitration and mediation.

In certain situations these approaches are unsuccessful and litigation is in your best interest. We advocate on your behalf effectively and aggressively.

Pre-Divorce

The fear of the unknown may cause a great amount of stress. We take the time to understand your situation, explain the process and possible outcomes to you and listen to and address all your concerns.

Together, we will create a strategy to resolve the situation in the most favorable and emotionally positive manner.

Divorces with Children

In Minnesota, custody decisions are driven by the best interest of the child. The court will consider factors like the child’s relationship with his or her parents, mental and physical health of the parties involved, any adjustments to home, school and community and whether any domestic violence has been present. We will explain this process and vigorously represent your best interests.

Parenting Plan

Decisions regarding custody and visitation go into a document called the Parenting Plan. Both parties can create this plan together and present it to the Court which typically results in the best outcome. If both parties are unable to agree, the judge will decide.

A good plan will address issues that could occur down the road such as expense allotment and major holidays. We will work with you to foresee potential issues and build them into the plan.

Child Support

Child support is paid from one parent to the other for the child’s daily, medical and educational needs determined by a combination of parental income, parenting time and other expenses. We will help you navigate this issue.

Assets in Divorces

Retaining your assets is of vital importance to you. We understand how property is evaluated, calculated and distributed. At Gierman Law, we represent you to ensure that you receive or retain what you are entitled to.

Gierman Law, Minnesota Divorce Attorneys

Wanda Gierman and her team look forward to representing you. Call her office to setup your free consultation to learn how we can help you through this process.