Navigate Divorce with Clear Legal Guidance

Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC handles contested and uncontested divorce matters for clients in St Cloud and Apple Valley and across Minnesota.

Divorce changes the financial and parenting arrangements that structure your daily life, and the decisions made during the process will affect you for years. Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC represents clients in St Cloud and Apple Valley and throughout Minnesota in both contested and uncontested divorce matters, providing guidance on property division, custody arrangements, spousal support, and post-divorce planning. The firm's attorneys handle cases involving complex financial disputes, parenting disagreements, and situations where cooperation is difficult or impossible.

Whether your divorce is proceeding by agreement or headed toward trial, the firm focuses on efficient resolution while protecting your financial interests and parental rights. Representation is available statewide, regardless of where the divorce is filed. The attorneys provide clear communication throughout every phase of the process, from initial filings and temporary orders through final decrees and post-divorce enforcement. The firm represents clients in cases involving high-value assets, business ownership, retirement accounts, and disputed custody arrangements.

If you are considering or facing divorce in St Cloud, Apple Valley, or anywhere in Minnesota, contact Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC to discuss your situation and your options.

How Divorce Proceedings Unfold in Minnesota

The divorce process begins with the filing of a petition in the district court where you or your spouse resides, and the other party is served with the petition and summons. In St Cloud, Apple Valley, or anywhere in Minnesota, your attorney will prepare the initial documents, file them with the court, and ensure that service is completed according to Minnesota requirements. Early in the case, the court may issue temporary orders governing custody, support, and use of property while the divorce is pending.

After the divorce is finalized, you will have a decree that divides marital property, assigns responsibility for debts, establishes custody and parenting time, and sets support obligations if applicable. That decree replaces the legal framework of your marriage with a new set of enforceable rights and duties. You will know what assets you retain, what financial obligations you carry, and what your parenting schedule looks like going forward.

The firm handles cases where spouses agree on terms and cases where significant disputes must be litigated. Discovery may include financial disclosures, depositions, and subpoenas for records. The attorneys also address issues such as spousal maintenance, division of retirement benefits, and allocation of tax liabilities. Representation does not end with the decree if enforcement or modification becomes necessary later.

Clients preparing for divorce often want to understand how the process works, what the court will decide, and what choices they need to make before moving forward.

It helps to know what to expect

An uncontested divorce means both parties agree on all terms, including property division, custody, and support, and the case can be resolved without trial. A contested divorce involves disputes that require court hearings, motions, and possibly a trial where the judge makes final decisions on unresolved issues.
What is the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
Minnesota is an equitable distribution state, meaning the court divides marital property fairly but not necessarily equally. The court considers factors such as the length of the marriage, each spouse's financial circumstances, and contributions to the acquisition of property when deciding how to allocate assets and debts.
How does Minnesota divide property in a divorce?
Uncontested divorces can be finalized in a few months if all paperwork is complete and both parties cooperate. Contested divorces involving financial disputes or custody disagreements typically take longer, often six months to over a year depending on the complexity of the issues and the court's schedule.
How long does a divorce take in Minnesota?
Retirement accounts accumulated during the marriage are generally considered marital property and subject to division. The attorney will work with financial professionals to prepare qualified domestic relations orders or other documents needed to divide pensions, 401(k) accounts, and IRAs without triggering tax penalties.
What happens to retirement accounts in a divorce?
Divorce cases are filed in the county where one spouse resides, and Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC represents clients in any Minnesota county. The attorneys appear at hearings and manage cases regardless of filing location, so you are not limited by where you live or where your spouse files.
Why does the firm handle cases statewide?

Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC represents clients in St Cloud and Apple Valley and throughout Minnesota in divorce matters that require clear legal guidance and courtroom advocacy. Reach out to the firm to discuss your case and the path forward.