Leslie L. Kimes

Minneapolis Divorce Attorney

Divorce Help in Minneapolis

Experienced, knowledgeable, compassionate help

Going through a divorce is often a highly charged, stressful, and complex matter that can impact many areas of your life. Leslie L. Kimes, Esq. understands the legal and emotional difficulties and ramifications of these delicate family issues.

With Leslie L. Kimes by your side, you receive the personal attention you deserve with advice dispensed in a cost-effective manner by a highly regarded Twin Cities family law attorney.

Residency requirements and grounds for divorce in Minnesota

To file for a Minneapolis divorce, called marriage dissolution in Minnesota, either you or your spouse must be a resident of Minnesota or a member of any of the armed forces stationed in Minnesota for 180 days prior to commencing the divorce.

Under Minnesota law, either spouse can file divorce in Minneapolis simply by stating in the Petition that there has been an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. If both spouses agree to file for a divorce, they can file a joint petition, in which they agree in writing that the marriage may be dissolved.

After the Petition for Dissolution has been filed, either party can request temporary custody and child support orders, and orders to determine who pays marital debts on a temporary basis.

Property division & Divorce Law in Minneapolis Minnesota

Your Minneapolis divorce attorney advises you on the property division aspects of your divorce. In Minnesota, all assets acquired during your marriage, which are collectively called marital property, are divided in a fair and equitable manner, as are marital debts.

It is important to note that not all property is considered marital property. Assets a party acquired before marriage may be considered non-marital property provided the property was kept separate from property acquired during the marriage. In addition, gifts and inheritances, property exchanged for such non-marital property, or an increase in value of such non-marital property may also be considered to be non-marital property.

To assist your Minneaopolis divorce lawyer,collect all the information you can about your property, including when you purchased it, approximately how much it is worth, and details such as account numbers. Ms. Kimes provides you with a Client Information Worksheet at the free, initial consultation for you to complete.


For legal counsel on your Minneapolis divorce, contact Leslie L. Kimes today

Are you seeking Minneapolis divorce mediator or a collaborative divorce in Minneapolis? Contact Leslie L. Kimes, Esq. for compassionate and effective guidance by an experienced Minneapolis divorce lawyer at this difficult time.

For Minneapolis divorce help call Leslie L. Kimes at 612-424-9162 or use our contact us form and email us today!