Divorce Services in Burnsville

Prioritizing You & Your Family in Minneapolis & Nearby Areas

When going through a divorce, you need personalized legal representation that prioritizes you and your family. Many clients report that the divorce process can feel intimidating. However, you are not alone. Our lawyer can help you with every stage of the divorce process, as well as with any other related family law issues, such as child custody and child support.

Since 1992, we have helped clients in the Minneapolis Metro Area and surrounding communities across Minnesota through this challenging process. We can put our decades of experience to work for you.

When you work with our firm, we take the time to understand your goals, financial situation, and family dynamics, so we can recommend a path that makes sense under Minnesota law. Whether you expect an amicable dissolution or you are worried about conflict over parenting time or property, we can help you prepare for each step and explain how the process typically unfolds in Dakota County District Court and other local courts.

Talk with a Burnsville divorce attorney today—schedule your consultation online or call (952) 260-6376 to discuss your goals and concerns.

Comprehensive Support Throughout Your Divorce Journey

After you have decided to divorce, you may be wondering what your first steps are. In Minnesota, court proceedings begin with an initial case management conference (ICMC). During this conference, you will meet with a judicial officer who will discuss the resources available to you for resolving your divorce without going to trial. No arguments or decisions are made at this conference. The ICMC is designed to help divorcing couples resolve their divorce without litigation.

During your ICMC, you and your former spouse will complete ICMC Data Sheets, which are then given to the judge. The judge will review the information and can then send your divorce case to a mediator. During mediation, the goal is to resolve any disputes, find common ground on issues, and finalize your divorce as smoothly as possible.

Throughout this process, we help you gather the documents you need, understand your rights and obligations, and prepare for important discussions about custody, support, and property division. We also explain how local practices in the Burnsville area and surrounding counties may affect timelines and procedures, so you know what to expect before you walk into court.

Key ways we support you throughout the divorce process include:

• Explaining each step of the Minnesota divorce process so you understand what will happen at conferences, mediation sessions, and hearings.
• Preparing necessary paperwork and financial information so your filings with the court are complete, organized, and timely.
• Helping you evaluate options for resolving disputes over custody, parenting time, support, and property in a way that aligns with your long-term goals.
• Coordinating with local resources such as mediators or parenting consultants who frequently work with families in the Minneapolis and Burnsville area.

Though going to trial is becoming less common, disputes that result in divorce litigation include:

• Child custody
• Child support
• Fathers’ rights
• Mothers’ rights
• Property and asset distribution
• High net worth divorces
• Spousal maintenance

Strong Representation in Divorce Litigation

There are times when, despite your best efforts, successful mediation is not possible. Your case may then go to trial. When this happens, you want an aggressive divorce attorney familiar with how Minnesota courts handle divorce litigation.

At the end of your case, the judge has a set period of time to issue a decree. If you disagree with the outcome, you may have a limited window to consider an appeal. Burns Law Office believes in providing every client with compassionate yet assertive legal representation. Our attorney serves Minneapolis and the surrounding areas in Minnesota and works hard to ensure that you are educated on all your legal options. We know how stressful the process can be, and our goal is to help you feel confident and supported in court.

When a case proceeds to trial, we help you prepare testimony, organize exhibits, and understand how the judge will evaluate issues such as credibility and the best interests of your children. We also discuss the costs, time commitment, and potential risks of litigation so you can decide whether to settle or proceed, and we draw on decades of work in Minnesota family courts, including cases originating in Burnsville, to guide that strategy.

Our approach to divorce litigation focuses on several important goals:

• Developing a clear strategy based on the facts of your case, applicable Minnesota family law, and the tendencies of local courts.
• Preparing you for testimony so you feel ready to answer questions clearly and present your story in a calm, organized way.
• Presenting evidence effectively through documents, witnesses, and other information that supports your position on custody, support, or property issues.
• Evaluating settlement opportunities at each stage so you can weigh the benefits of resolving your case against the uncertainties of trial.

Choosing a Divorce Attorney in Burnsville

Deciding who will represent you is one of the most important choices you make during a divorce, especially if your case will be heard in or around Burnsville. You want someone who understands both the emotional strain you are under and the expectations of local courts, including how judges in Dakota County apply Minnesota family law. We encourage you to ask questions about communication style, experience with cases like yours, and the approach the firm takes to settlement versus trial, so you can feel confident about the fit.

As you compare options, it can be helpful to look for a track record handling divorce, custody, and support matters from start to finish rather than a general practice that only occasionally handles family cases. Speaking with a Burnsville Divorce Lawyer allows you to learn how your goals around parenting time, property division, or support might be pursued and what challenges could arise along the way. By understanding these issues early, you are better prepared to make informed decisions that protect your long-term interests and those of your children.

Schedule a consultation online or call us at (952) 260-6376 to speak with a Burnsville divorce attorney about your situation and next steps.