Family Law Attorney Serving Minneapolis & Saint Paul

Representation In: Divorce – Dissolution – Child Custody – Parental Alienation – Domestic Abuse – Child Support – Asset Distribution – Post-Decree Issues – Third-Party Custody – Adoption – Spousal Maintenance – Alimony – Visitation Rights – Parenting Time – Paternity – Domestic Violence – Divorce Decree – Guardian Ad Litem – Custody Evaluations – Parenting Time Exchange – Safe Exchange – Interrogatories – Petition – Complaint – Taxes –Medical Coverage – Insurance – OFP – HRO – TRO – Ex Parte Orders – Marital Law – Safety Evaluation – Home Study

Because decisions relating to marriage and children tend to be highly emotional, complex, and life-changing, family law cases can be very difficult cases with which to deal. At Cadem Law Group, we know that each client’s needs are unique, and that each case involves distinct issues. Oftentimes, our clients are seeking little more than advice on their options and possible consequences. Other times, clients are faced with an angry ex-spouse or child custody matter that demands immediate and aggressive action. In either case, we are here to help.

We are able to assist you in handling everything from divorce and child custody, to adoption, conservatorships, or guardianships. In no other type of case is our commitment to forging solid, long-term relationships with our clients more important. We take care to handle your case as if it were our own, and respect the sensitive nature of the issues you are facing.

With extensive knowledge gained from representing clients throughout Minnesota, we are able to provide the frank and informative advice you need to make the strongest decisions possible for your defense and your future. Whether taking your case to trial, fighting constitutional issues at pretrial, or appealing improper trial court decisions, Cadem Law Group is committed to leaving no stone left unturned in your defense.

Contact our office online or call 612-222-6127 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your charges today.

TWIN CITIES DIVORCE / DISSOLUTION ATTORNEY

Divorce and dissolution mean the same thing: an irretrievable breakdown of the marital relationship has occurred and one or more person in the marriage wishes to leave the marriage. In Minnesota, both parties do not need to agree to the divorce. At Cadem Law Group, we understand that going through a divorce is a stressful and sensitive time. We are here to ease your concerns and anxiety about your life as you move forward. Divorces affect everything from child custody and parenting time to child support and spousal maintenance. An equitable division of marital property and debts will impact your finances moving forward. It is important to hire an attorney that will skillfully and carefully address every detail necessary to ensure a happy and financially healthy life moving forward.

People across the state have relied upon Cadem Law Group to meet all of their legal needs. We recognize that each divorce is unique and we strive to work in a collaborative way to reach an amicable resolution. However, sometimes settlement out of court is not possible and we are fully prepared to litigate matters if necessary. Cadem Law Group prides itself on having experienced and aggressive litigation attorneys who thrive in the courtroom.

TWIN CITIES CHILD CUSTODY ATTORNEY

In Minnesota, there are two types of custody: legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody, which is presumed to be jointly shared between parents, determines who gets to make important decisions for a child. This includes decisions about education, medical care, education, and religion. Physical custody generally means where children primarily reside. Determining custody will affect your child for the foreseeable future. Parents across the state have relied upon Cadem Law Group to guide them in custody matters. At Cadem Law Group, we truly care about your child and advocating for a custody determination in your child’s best interest.

TWIN CITIES PERENTAL ALIENATION ATTORNEY

Parental alienation is an unhealthy reality in many custody and parenting time disputes. Parental alienation is when a child becomes estranged from one parent as a result of manipulation by another parent. Alienation can include false allegations of abuse, child protection reports, psychological manipulation, speaking poorly about the other parent in front of a child, and emotionally abusing children by making them feel guilty about their relationship with the other parent. Often, a child will side with the alienating parent. It is important to stop the behaviors before they severely and permanently damage the parent-child relationship. At Cadem Law Group, we have successfully tried cases involving parental alienation and have helped repair parent-child relationships by modifying custody or parenting time based on parental alienation.

TWIN CITIES DOMESTIC ABUSE ATTORNEY

Cadem Law Group has represented countless clients across the state in Harassment Restraining Order (HRO) and Order for Protection (OFP) matters. Often, domestic abuse is involved in family law cases, because one party committed abuse against the other party or the children, or because one party has fabricated allegations of abuse in order to get a leg up in the divorce or custody matter. All allegations of domestic abuse should be taken seriously. The effect of a Harassment Restraining Order or Order for Protection can affect a party’s rights significantly. A party may be removed from their home, lose custody, restrict locations they may travel to, or even lose their rights to own firearms.

TWIN CITIES CHILD PROTECTION ATTORNEY

Child protection cases arise when an allegation of abuse or neglect is made. They oftentimes originate when someone at a child’s school notices bruises or that the child appears unkempt. Because these cases are oftentimes investigated for a period of time before anything is filed in court, it is crucial that someone facing these issues contact an attorney immediately. These allegations oftentimes turn into criminal charges, and anything someone says or does during this process can be used against them in the child protection proceedings and in any criminal proceedings. In this way, the government can use a child protection investigation to sidestep giving a Miranda warning. Cadem Law Group attorneys both have been certified by the Minnesota Supreme Court as a “Certified Parents’ Attorney” for child protection matters. They have undertaken at least 50 hours of legal education devoted specifically to child protection, and they have handled 100s of child protection and criminal defense cases across Minnesota.

TWIN CITIES CHILD SUPPORT ATTORNEY

Minnesota has state guidelines to determine child support. Child support is ordered to provide one party with the finances to meet a child’s necessary needs, such as clothing, food, housing, and other goods. Childcare support and medical support may also be ordered to pay for child care and medical expenses for the child. Child support can be negotiated and modified based on a family’s unique needs and circumstances. Cadem Law Group has helped parents across the state navigate child support issues and will skillfully represent you in your child support case.

TWIN CITIES ASSET DISTRIBUTION ATTORNEY

In most divorces, asset distribution is easy and routine. However, in farm divorce and business divorce cases in particular, asset distribution is difficult and complex. When it comes to dividing marital assets, Minnesota requires an “equitable distribution.” Although “equitable” would seem to mean “equal” or 50/50, under the law, it only means “fair.” We work hard to find every strategic advantage to make sure that our clients’ cases are presented in the best way possible to assure that our clients obtain the best distribution. Cadem Law Group has handled regular, farm, and business divorces involving tens of millions of dollars, and will aggressively get you every penny you deserve.

TWIN CITIES POST-DECREE ISSUES

Sometimes after a divorce is completed, it is necessary to enforce the terms of the Court’s Order. When one spouse breaches the Court’s Order, Court intervention is needed. The non-breaching party may be entitled to Attorney Fees, may ask the Court to hold the breaching party in contempt, or seek other relief. Contact Cadem Law Group if you have lingering issues from you divorce to discuss what remedies are available.

TWIN CITIES THIRD-PARTY CUSTODY ATTORNEY

Minnesota recognizes that sometimes it is in a child’s best interest to reside with someone other than a parent. Cadem Law Group has represented relatives and others who have been awarded third-party custody due to the parent’s inability to provide safe care for their child. These cases often involve parents who are using drugs or have mental illness challenges.

TWIN CITIES ADOPTION ATTORNEY

Adopting a child is a beautiful gift to your family and the child. We love helping people remove the stress and confusion from the process so you can just focus on the magic of being a new parent.

GENERAL FAMILY MATTERS

If you or a loved one needs a family law attorney and you would like to learn more about the process and your rights, we invite you to call our law offices to schedule a free consultation. All consultations are 100% confidential.