Divorce Law
At Nelson Law Office, we believe that our role in your divorce is to serve as a trusted advisor, a mediator, and someone to represent you and your wishes. We aim to reach a resolution as amicably as possible while keeping you informed of your legal rights and responsibilities throughout the process.
Understanding Divorce
Even in the most amicable of circumstances, the list of issues that must be addressed in order to separate from your spouse can be daunting. Our experienced divorce attorney, Summer Nelson, who is dually licensed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, is skilled to handle all aspects of divorce proceedings and will guide you through the process every step of the way. Our team will work closely with you to understand your unique situation and develop a strategy and timeline that meets your needs.The Divorce Process
At Nelson Law Office, the divorce process starts with a consultation, at which time, Summer Nelson, Esq. is able to become familiar with your unique circumstances. This meeting serves as a time for you to get a number of your questions answered and get an overview from an experienced divorce attorney regarding what the divorce process might look like for you.
The exact timeline of a divorce is unique to every case. However, there are general milestones you can expect to see throughout the process.
The majority of the work encompassed in a divorce involves:
Property & Asset Valuation/Division
Property Division is a critical component of every divorce—this involves the equitable distribution of all marital assets and debts. We will help you identify marital vs. non-marital property, accurately assess the value of all assets, and determine a division strategy that takes into account your financial situation and future needs.
This includes your home, vehicles, physical belongings, retirement accounts, bank accounts, debts, investments, businesses, and other assets.
Spousal Support & Planning for the Future
Spousal Maintenance, also known as alimony, may be awarded to one spouse, temporarily or permanently, in an effort to help them maintain their standard of living after a divorce.
Our office will work to assess whether you or your spouse may be eligible for spousal support and aid in calculating and negotiating support amounts.
Child-Related Matters
Child-Related Matters are some of the most sensitive aspects of a divorce. We know that when it comes to your children, there can be a lot of fear in the unknowns. The priority at our firm, as well as within the Minnesota and Wisconsin Court system, is to always protect the well-being of your children. This includes:
Mediating to reach an agreement regarding the legal custody and physical custody of your children;
Calculating and negotiating child support payments; and
Developing a detailed parenting time plan, which will include holiday arrangements, decision making responsibilities, and other important arrangements.
“I had an amazing experience working with Nelson Law Office during my divorce. From start to finish, they made an overwhelming process feel manageable and supported. My attorney, Summer, was absolutely wonderful! She was compassionate, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient with every question I had. She explained everything clearly, kept me informed at every step, and always made me feel like I had someone truly on my side.
Thanks to Summer’s guidance and the firm’s professionalism, I felt confident and cared for throughout the entire process. I’m so grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone needing support during a difficult time.”
– Sadie