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Clients benefit when we streamline
the divorce process.
There's more than one way to get a divorce in Minnesota. If you're like most people, you're bracing yourself for a big fight, one that may drag on for years, and cost you dearly in time, money and heartache. It doesn't have to be that way.
At Marilyn J. Michales & Associates, we can't eliminate the emotional pain of divorce, but we can mitigate the destructive effects of divorce on your life.
Our Proactive, Solution-Oriented Approach
There are no two ways about it-- every marriage ends with a contract. A court may impose the terms, after years of legal representation; or you can proactively craft an agreement with solutions that work for you.
We believe that in nearly every case, a client-driven agreement is both possible and preferable. When you hire us to represent you, we'll bring 32+ years of experience to the table, along with our commitment to listen closely to your needs, meticulously prepare your case, negotiate strategically and thoughtfully on your behalf, and be your strongest advocate, whether at the negotiating table or in court.
Benefits of Our Approach
- Reduces the amount of time you invest in your divorce. By focusing on solutions, instead of line items, we can reach a true agreement that meets your needs.
- May bring down the cost of your divorce. A streamlined process means you may spend less on attorneys' fees, in court and at the negotiation table.
- Lessons the emotional pain of your divorce. The conventional process forces individuals to focus on external valuations; our approach is guided by your internal values.
- Our approach is flexible. At any time during the process, an individual can decide to use proactive negotiation.
- We can de-escalate a case. When a case is getting too volatile to be productive, our approach can bring the parties back to the negotiating table.
Who Can Use Our Approach
Our solution-oriented approach is both a skill and a mindset. If you want results and are ready to take appropriate action, our approach can work for you.