HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS ISSUE

Welcome to the news section of the AAMLmn web site. In this issue, you will read about . . .(more)

DIVORCE CAMP 2004  -  ADVANCED CLE

See what's in store for you at Divorce Camp 2004,  where we explore Competence & Conscience in Family Law and analyze different techniques regarding a variety of topics, such as parenting, spousal maintenance, business valuation and negotiating.  (more)

Truth & Consequences in High Conflict Divorce

Credibility, memory, lying and other behind-the-scenes issues impact high conflict divorces. (more)

TAXES AND DIVORCE

To add insult to injury, people divorcing and divorced often encounter unexpected income tax consequences from their new situation. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about taxes and divorce.  (more)

NEW FAMILY LAW LEGISLATION AGAIN?

It could be a separate bill. It could be buried in an omnibus bill. What most local family lawyers know is that every legislative session generates at least one change for their practice.  (more)

HOW TO -- TRACKING LEGISLATION

Curiosity inspired the Gazette to learn how to check the status of proposed legislation.  (more)

PARENTING PLANS AND CHILD SUPPORT

Minnesota's new parenting plan legislation permits "nontraditional" custody labels, and maintains existing support law.  (more)

TAX INFO ON THE WEB

Side-circuit the long wait on the 800 number for tax forms.  (more)

WORKING WITH IMPAIRED CLIENTS

Elderly clients and impaired clients represent particular challenges for family law attorneys, according to articles in the AAML Journal.  (more)