About Doug Mentes, Esq.
Douglas Mentes is an alum of Drake University with a degree in journalism, who has covered news in Washington, D.C., Minneapolis and Salt Lake City. He has a law degree from William Mitchell College of Law and ran his own law firm for more than 10 years in St. Paul, Minnesota, earning designation as a Super Lawyers Rising Star. He practiced in the areas of family law, real estate and probate, handling several successful appeals. He currently covers bankruptcy law for Thomson Reuters.
Articles written by Doug Mentes, Esq.
What Happens to the House When Unmarried Couples Split Up?
More adults in relationships are choosing to live together outside of marriage, and many of these couples purchase a new home together. Though marital property laws protect spouses’ interests in real estate, those laws do not apply to unmarried couples. As a result, for unmarried partners living together, it’s best to plan ahead for real estate ownership — and what happens if the relationship ends. For legal help in your situation, consult with a local real estate lawyer. Limited Options …
How Do I Terminate Parental Rights?
You can terminate parental rights by submitting a petition for termination and showing the family court that legal severance is in the best interests of the child. The legal grounds for parental rights termination include substantial evidence of harm, child abandonment, parental unfitness, severe neglect, physical abuse, and failure to support. Before issuing a final order, the family court and a guardian ad litem will hold an adjudicatory hearing. Parents can also voluntarily relinquish …
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