Minnesota has officially joined a growing number of states offering families environmentally conscious choices for end-of-life care. As of July 1, 2025, human composting — formally known as Natural Organic Reduction (NOR) — is now legal and available here in...
When domestic violence is alleged, courts put child safety first. If you’re entering a domestic violence custody battle—as a survivor seeking protection or a parent facing allegations—understanding how judges analyze risk, evidence, and each parent’s ability to keep a...
Individuals navigating a divorce are often faced with the complex task of dividing both assets and liabilities. Many clients begin by asking: How Is Debt Divided in Divorce? What does Dividing Debt in Divorce look like in practice? And how should a comprehensive...
We’re proud to share that nine attorneys from Lommen Abdo have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This annual publication highlights the top legal talent in the country, as determined by peer review—and we’re honored to have so many...
August is here, and you know what that means—summer's winding down, pumpkin spice is creeping back onto shelves, and, most importantly, it’s National Make a Will Month! It’s the perfect time to talk about something incredibly important yet often overlooked. Taking...
Divorce is never easy — emotionally, financially, or logistically. Fortunately, both Minnesota and Wisconsin offer a no-fault divorce process that allows couples to end their marriage without proving misconduct by either spouse. This approach helps reduce conflict,...
When going through a divorce, one of the most important—and often most complex—steps is determining how to value and divide marital property. Whether the dispute involves real estate, retirement accounts, or personal property, understanding how assets and debts are...
Serving Clients Across Minnesota and Wisconsin When you’re facing divorce, custody disputes, or support issues, you’re not just dealing with legal paperwork, you’re navigating some of the most emotional and high-stakes moments of your life. The decisions you make now...
The Hail Mary of Inherent Authority: Understanding Missed Appeal Deadlines in Minnesota The first and most important part of an appeal is making sure it is filed before the deadline. In federal courts, if you miss the appeal deadline, it is possible to make a motion...
I’ve had a lot of conversations lately that start the same way: “I’m thinking about opening a cannabis business. What should I do first?” It’s a big question. With Minnesota’s legal cannabis market opening up, it feels like there’s opportunity everywhere. But as with...
At Lommen Abdo, our Minnesota family law attorney often receive questions from grandparents, stepparents, and other non-parent caregivers about their legal rights in family law proceedings. Whether you're a grandparent seeking visitation or a third party concerned for...
In Minnesota, most child support and spousal maintenance orders include a provision for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This adjustment ensures that support obligations keep pace with inflation and changes in the cost of living over time. A COLA helps preserve the...
In this edition of the Lommen Abdo newsletter, you’ll find: A roundup of new family law blogs from Andrew Hunstad covering child support, divorce finances, custody, and more Insightful estate planning guidance from Christopher Luehr, including planning after divorce...
Lommen Abdo is proud to announce the inclusion of 16 of our attorneys on the 2025 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This recognition highlights their exceptional legal skill, client-focused service, and dedication to excellence in the practice of law. ...
Minnesota Continuing Legal Education released the Minnesota Insurance Law Deskbook 2025 Update on June 13, 2025. The Deskbook contains 26 chapters on Minnesota insurance coverage issues and is a authoritative resource for practitioners. Lommen Abdo attorneys continue...
We’re pleased to share that 14 Lommen Abdo attorneys have been named to Minnesota Monthly’s 2025 Top Lawyers list, which recognizes outstanding legal professionals across the state based on peer nominations and professional achievement. These recognitions reflect the...
Lommen Abdo is proud to celebrate four of our attorneys recognized in the 2025 Best Lawyers® Women in the Law publication. This annual edition highlights the outstanding contributions of women in the legal profession across a range of practice areas—and we’re honored...
When going through a divorce in Minnesota, one of the most common concerns is how to protect assets acquired before the marriage—especially a home. Whether you purchased the property independently or received it as a gift from a parent or relative, it may qualify as...
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