Divorce can be a contentious and costly process, especially when one party engages in behavior that unnecessarily increases litigation expenses. In Minnesota, courts have the authority to award attorney’s fees based on a party’s conduct during the proceedings. These conduct-based fee awards are governed by Minnesota Statute 518.14, which allows a judge to order
Are Minnesota Family Law Attorneys Expensive?
Minnesota family law attorneys can be expensive – if not utilized correctly. Lawyers don’t have to cost an arm and a leg if they are employed in a strategic, intentional way.
I find the average hourly rate for a family law attorney in Minnesota is around $300.00 per hour. However, downtown lawyers often charge more
Tips For Keeping Divorce Costs Low
Whether amicable or contentious, divorce is a costly proposition. In addition to court costs, this process can deliver significant expenses related to housing, child support, spousal maintenance, and more. If you’re already starting to feel the impact on your wallet, consider implementing these tactics to keep costs to a minimum:
Attorney Fee Awards in Minnesota Divorce Court
Attorney fee awards are relatively uncommon in Minnesota family court. There are just two bases upon which a family court litigant may make a claim for fees and costs: Need-Based: Awarded if a party cannot afford fees and costs, but the other party can afford to assist. Bad-Faith: Awarded if a party engages in conduct designed solely to harass the other, delay the proceeding or drive up the fees and costs of the other party without sufficient justification. If you have a question concerning attorney fee awards, our lawyers are here to help. …
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