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Minneapolis Divorce Attorney Representing Men In Divorce In Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cordell & Cordell has Minneapolis divorce lawyers ready to help you through one of the most trying periods in your life.

Featuring a comprehensive understanding of Minnesota divorce law, our Minneapolis family lawyers focus entirely on Minneapolis divorce issues, including Minnesota child custody laws, Minnesota alimony laws and child support in Minnesota.

To schedule an appointment, call 612.632.2900 or 1.866.DADS.LAW. One of our representatives will be glad to speak with you. Cordell & Cordell Minneapolis Divorce Lawyers - Located at 100 South Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Minneapolis, MN 55402. Phone: 612.632.2900 .

Frequently Asked Minneapolis Divorce Questions

How long do I have to live in Minneapolis before I can file for divorce?

Either the Mother or Father must have resided in the state for six (6) months prior to filing for divorce in Minnesota.

How long will a divorce in Minneapolis take?

There is no mandatory waiting period before filing a divorce. It is difficult to predict how long a divorce will take, as it is case by case. However, once the opposing party is served, that party has 30 days to file responsive pleadings or waive his/her right to file a response before the court can enter a final divorce decree.

How can I serve my spouse in Minneapolis? If attempts to serve do not work, can I serve by publication?

A party can serve the opposing party by sheriff of the county where service is to be completed or by a duly authorized person. The court can order a party be served by certified mail or publication.

A local newspaper that is qualified for legal advertisements in the area that the opposing party is believed to reside or, if unknown, in the county where the action is filed can be contacted for this purpose.

What are the specific forms I will need to file for a divorce in Minneapolis?

To begin a dissolution you will need to file a Summons and Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. The court will require others forms as you go through the dissolution but these two will file a dissolution.

Where do I file for divorce in Minneapolis?

A party residing in Hennepin County will go the Family Justice Center to file his/her divorce petition. The Family Justice Center is located at 110 South Fourth Street, Room 600, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55401.

A party residing in Ramsey County will go to the Second Judicial District Family Court, which is located at Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 West Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55102.

How much are divorce filing fees?

In Hennepin County, if a party is filing for a divorce only, the filing fee is $402. If the party files any other family law matter, the filing fee is $372.  If a party wishes to file a motion on an existing file, the motion fee is $100.

In Ramsey County, if a party is filing for any family action, the filing fee is $400. If the party is filing a motion on an existing file, the motion fee is $100.

Are there any Minneapolis-Specific laws that are different from how other family law cases around the state are handled?

In Minnesota, most Judicial Districts have a set of specific local rules relevant to domestic cases filed within that particular jurisdiction. Consult with an Minneapolis divorce lawyer for specific information on the rules and procedures of the local court.

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