Navigating Your First Offense: The DUI Process in Minnesota If you’ve been accused of driving while impaired, you may feel scared about what’s to come. What will the process be like? What should you expect as a sentence? We’ve seen many cases, and we’re here to help. Here’s some key information that may help you...Read More
Complete Estate Planning in MN Means More Than a Will Most people are familiar with the idea of a will—a legal document that helps you control how your estate will be divided. But did you know that a complete estate plan includes more than just a will? When people work with an attorney to plan...Read More
Advance Care Planning and Making a Living Will in Minnesota When someone is hospitalized, it’s a time of shock or heightened emotion for the family. Questions about treatments, comfort care and spiritual care all come up. If you end up in a situation like this, it’s helpful to have a document on hand that can...Read More
A 6-Step Guide to Navigating an Assault Charge in Minnesota An arrest for assault can be as surprising as it is terrifying. The moments that follow can feel like a blur of fear and confusion. But the choices you make right away—in the first few moments, days and weeks after an assault arrest—can have a...Read More
How Family Law Courts Consider Sole Custody in MN When parents separate or divorce, child custody is usually one of the most important questions. Many wonder if they can obtain sole custody of their child. Yes, you can get sole custody in MN. However, Minnesota courts prefer custody arrangements that allow children to maintain relationships...Read More
Learn How Minnesota Courts Consider Spousal Maintenance Divorce can be emotionally and financially challenging in countless ways. One of the most common financial concerns people have relates to spousal maintenance, also known as alimony. To many people, it feels shrouded in mystery. Clients come to us wondering how it’s calculated, whether they’ll receive it or...Read More
Learn What You Can Do To Modify Custody in MN When an Existing Plan Isn’t Working Child custody arrangements don’t always work. Over time, kids’ needs can change. Their schedules change, too, and one that used to be convenient for a family may now interfere with sports practices or work schedules. Other changes can affect...Read More
We are both celebrating a legacy and welcoming a new era at our firm. After more than 30 years of advocacy and leadership, Scott White, the founder of our firm, is retiring from day-to-day practice. Scott established White & Associates in 1997 with a vision for compassionate, principled, and client-centered advocacy. Over the years, he...Read More
Understanding Two Different Legal Concepts That Affect the Lives of Minnesota Families Life can be complicated. But throughout those complications, one thing is true: Children need to be cared for in a safe, loving, stable environment. Sometimes this means a caregiver needs to go to court to seek custody or guardianship. In this article, our...Read More
