Family Law Overview

Conflict resolution — equity and dignity

At the law offices of Katz, Manka, Ltd. we appreciate that except for the death of a spouse or loved one, the emotions surrounding the possible dissolution of a marriage are some of the most devastating you will ever encounter.

We also know that many times working through highly charged issues without the help of objective, experienced legal counsel can lead to bad outcomes and more problems.

You need objective, compassionate and experienced advice, and likely strong legal advocacy, on a broad range of issues including such critical things as:

• Identification and equitable division of all real property and financial assets
• Child custody and visitation (a “parenting plan”)
• Child support and alimony

While our firm excels at achieving a fair and equitable financial result, we never lose sight of the goal of allowing both parties to walk away from the process with:

• Dignity
• Prospects for a brighter financial and personal future

A firm with 50 years of experience helping Minnesotans

For more than 50 years, the lawyers of Katz, Manka, Ltd. have established a reputation in Minnesota for achieving equitable and reasoned outcomes for those with contentious family law issues through:

• Preparation — putting in the time and effort needed to identify all facts required to protect children and fairly and equitably identify and value assets

• Excelling in cases involving complex financial issues, such as those arising from the ownership of family businesses

• Applying the firm’s collective extensive knowledge and resources zealously for each of our clients, regardless of their financial means

Sensitivity and civility matter

Our attorneys have backgrounds in general psychology and child psychology. They truly are sensitive to the difficult issues needed to protect children’s best interests and to preserving your ongoing relationships with your children.

While we are zealous advocates in the courtroom, our goal is to try to resolve, where possible, the disputes arising through the breakdown of a marriage with civility and dignity. Based on our reputation, other Twin Cities–area law firms frequently refer clients to us, particularly those involved in complex divorces.

As stated above, our goal is to reach a fair and amicable settlement for our clients with full appreciation for the fact that in family law matters, each family member matters as well.

Minnesota family law practice areas

Katz, Manka, Ltd. invites you to review in detail our comprehensive Minnesota family law areas of sub-practice:

• Alternative dispute resolution
• Divorce
• Custody
• Child support
• Post-decree modification
• Antenuptial/postnuptial agreements
• Domestic abuse

In addition, please click the highlighted link for answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding family law issues in Minnesota.

Protecting the rights of Minnesota family law and personal injury clients for more than 50 years

Katz, Manka, Ltd., primarily a family law and personal injury law firm, represents clients from throughout the Twin Cities area and beyond, including:

Contact us today online or by calling 612-333-1671. Allow us to explain how we can assist you.