Child custody and parenting time is one of the most litigated issues in Minnesota divorce cases.  Sometimes parents can agree, but many times they cannot.  One parent may have alcohol, chemical dependency or mental health issues.  A parent may put financial interests ahead of what’s best for the children.  A parent may want to move out of state with the child, making parenting time with the other parent impossible.

In Minnesota, custody and parenting time decisions are based on the “best interests” of the children.  Minnesota divorce law establishes twelve factors for courts to consider when deciding custody and parenting time.  Not all factors will apply to every situation, and not all factors apply equally.

Usually, child custody and parenting time disagreements are resolved in the Early Neutral Evaluation process by the neutral evaluators.  Preparing for this well is extremely important, and I prepare my clients well.

In a Social Early Neutral Evaluation, there are things you should say, and things you should not say.  I prepare my clients thoroughly so that they know what to expect, what to say, and how to respond to what the other parent has said.  Careful preparation is vitally important to success in Early Neutral Evaluation.

If you are involved in a custody and parenting time proceeding in Minnesota, you should call me now at (952) 270-7700, to set up a free initial consultation.

Minnetonka divorce lawyer Dan Fiskum is conveniently located in the Carlson Towers in Minnetonka, Minnesota.  He is a Super Lawyer, a member of Lawyers of Distinction, a member of the American Bar Association and the Minnesota State Bar Association.