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Divorce & Family
Brainerd, Minnesota - Divorce & Family Law Need it done now? We handle emergency and short notice cases. At Brainerd's Ed Shaw Law, we will always give…
- Divorce Guide
  Divorce Guide Call now for a free consultation!The decision on whether or not to end a marriage is an individual and personal one. No lawyer or other…
- Custody
  What are the types of custody?There are two types of custody: legal and physical. Legal custody gives parents basic parental rights such as participation in…
- Child Support
  Child support is based primarily on the income of the parent without physical custody, but the other parent's income is also considered. If the child is with…
- Paternity/Custody
  Paternity/Custody, Support, Visitation for Unmarried Parents Are the rules regarding child support, custody and visitation the same if the parents are…
- Changing Child Support
  Changing Child Support, Spousal Support, Custody and Visitation Can child support be changed? Can spousal support be changed?Child support can be changed…
- Prenuptial Agreements
  A prenuptial agreement is a contract signed prior to marriage by a couple. It determines rights to money, rights to property, and other issues if the couple…
- Domestic Abuse
  Domestic Abuse and Restraining Orders Domestic abuse is violence or threats of violence. Certain acts, including threatening physical contact and threats of…
- Child Protection
  Parents can be reported to Social Services for behavior that is abusive or neglectful towards their children. If Social Services determines that abuse or…
- Adoption
  The Adoption Process Step Parent AdoptionWhen a child lives with a biological parent and a step parent and the other biological parent is not involved in the…
- GLBT
  GLBT/Nontraditional Relationships The Ed Shaw Law Office provides respectful and compassionate legal services to same sex and non-traditional families. It is…
Bankruptcy
Brainerd, Minnesota Bankruptcy Attorney How about a fresh start? Get out from under your bills, stop creditors from taking money out of your pay check and…
Criminal Defense
Ed Shaw works hard to protect your rights and aggressively pursue your defense. We have over 17 years of experience handling criminal cases ranging from simple…
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  About the Staff Edward ShawAttorney(218)825-7030lawyer@edshawlaw.comI have practiced law for 17 years. I truly enjoy helping people get through difficult…
- Building
  About the Building The Ed Shaw Law Office was the 2011 recipient of the Brainerd Green Building Award! The Law Office of Attorney Edward R. Shaw is a model…
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Landlord/Tenant Issues
Brainerd MN Landlord and Tenant Legal Issues Attorney Edward R. Shaw is highly experienced at handling rental disputes, representing both tenants and…
Creditor Harrassment
Brainerd - Debt Collector Harassment I am the only attorney in the Brainerd area who handles Fair Debt Collection Practices Act cases. I have…
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Wills, Probate & Estates
Brainerd, MN Family Law: Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning and more. Brainerd, Minnesota's Law Office of Attorney Edward R. Shaw works hard to protect your…
Other Legal Services
Attorney Edward R. Shaw has experience in a wide variety of civil legal matters including: Mediation Homeowner and contractor disputes, Zoning issues, Col…
- Mediation
  Brainerd MN Mediation and Appeals Legal Advice from Ed Shaw Law, P.A. Mediation is a wonderful tool for working out disputes of all kinds in a cost effective…
- Appeals
  Brainerd MN Court or Judgement Appeals Legal Services The law office of Edward R. Shaw handles appeals of family court decisions, divorce judgments, orders…
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Category: Observations (10)
- Ask An Attorney - Brainerd MN
  February 12, 2013, 09:52
  Did you know that there is an Ask an Attorney program the second Wednesday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Crow Wing County Judicial Center in Brainerd,…
- Start the New Year Off Right
  January 16, 2013, 12:18
  Many of us have taken a beating with the economy of the last few years. The good news is that employment is picking up and companies are starting to hire. If…
- That Online Bargain is More Expensive Than You Think
  December 14, 2012, 12:17
  Why not do your legal work online? It looks easy, the forms seem simple, the instructions on the law seem reasonable, if seems to not cost much, what is there…
- Holidays and Lawyers
  December 7, 2012, 12:15
  For all the fun of the holidays, they do have an unfortunate connection with legal troubles for some people. Between holiday party DUIs, relative induced…
- The Rest of the Story
  October 15, 2012, 12:13
  Too often, media coverage of a criminal charge against a person before a trial is completed includes only the complaint, which is the prosecution's account of…
- Family Law Practice
  August 28, 2012, 12:10
  It is a bit of a dirty secret in the business, many attorneys who are handling family law cases do not want to be doing that type of work. They consider it…
- Do You Need an 'Aggressive' Attorney?
  May 15, 2012, 12:01
  Clients sometimes ask me if I am 'aggressive', or if an 'aggressive' attorney is what they need. We have all seen TV attorneys yelling, pounding tables, asking…
- The Secret to Beating a Drunk Driving Charge
  March 22, 2012, 11:22
  Seeing all the aggressive advertising about DUI defense, one could get the impression that there is an easy way for a good lawyer to beat DUI charges.…
- Should I Feel Guilty About Filing Bankruptcy?
  February 3, 2012, 11:17
  The short answer, no. Almost all of the debt eliminated in bankruptcy is owed to banks and credit card companies. These business have recorded record profits,…
- Why Do I Need an Attorney?
  January 13, 2012, 11:13
  Many people ask me, why do I need an attorney, legal work is not rocket science, and I could sure use the money I would save on fees? Many minor issues can,…
Category: Legal Tips (7)
- What should I do if the phone is ringing off the hook with bill collectors calling?
  April 10, 2013, 09:07
  What you should not do is nothing. If you sit back and wait, the collectors will get you. They will continue to call you, sometimes even at work. They…
- Happy Holidays
  November 12, 2012, 12:14
  Holidays in split family situations can be tricky. If you have a set holiday parenting time schedule and it works, you are all set. If you need to change the…
- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
  October 5, 2012, 12:12
  Do not feel bad if you have never heard of it, because very few people have. The act is federal law which protects us from abusive debt collector practices. T…
- What Do I Do If the Experts are Against Me?
  June 6, 2012, 12:03
  It is tough in a custody case when custody evaluators, guardians ad litem, counselors and other experts recommend against you on custody or visitation in a…
- Bankruptcy - What Is a Reaffirmation Agreement and Should I Sign One?
  April 23, 2012, 11:24
  A Reaffirmation Agreement is a contract signed by a person filing bankruptcy agreeing to pay back a loan that would otherwise be taken care of (discharged) in…
- Cops - Brainerd
  March 10, 2012, 11:19
  Police are probably one of the most televised occupations, many shows focus on law enforcement and almost every program seems to have at least a few police in…
- Terminator Part 4-Collection Agency
  December 13, 2011, 20:55
  I am sometimes asked in my bankruptcy practice if creditors ever go away. At times they do not call or send letters for months, and it seems like they will…
Category: Buyer Beware (2)
- That Online Bargain is More Expensive Than You Think
  December 14, 2012, 12:17
  Why not do your legal work online? It looks easy, the forms seem simple, the instructions on the law seem reasonable, if seems to not cost much, what is there…
- Save Money by Doing Your Own Divorce?
  July 13, 2012, 12:04
  It seems like a good deal, do your own divorce with forms available online. While money is saved in the short term, many people have paid me a lot of money to…
Category: Friendly Advise (13)
- New hope if you are charged with DUI?
  May 13, 2013, 17:25
  There may be new hope if you are charged with a DUI in Minnesota. DUI defense has long been seen as an uphill battle. Minnesota law allows a police officer…
- Do I Need an Attorney for a Restraining Order?
  March 6, 2013, 08:47
  Domestic Abuse Orders for Protection (OFPs) are often called restraining orders. OFPs can be filed when there is an allegation of domestic abuse. These…
- What Do You Get When You Hire an Attorney?
  February 8, 2013, 14:21
  Some people think they are buying documents, a deed to a house, a will, divorce or custody papers, maybe even a bankruptcy petition. It is easy to think…
- Start the New Year Off Right
  January 16, 2013, 12:18
  Many of us have taken a beating with the economy of the last few years. The good news is that employment is picking up and companies are starting to hire. If…
- Holidays and Lawyers
  December 7, 2012, 12:15
  For all the fun of the holidays, they do have an unfortunate connection with legal troubles for some people. Between holiday party DUIs, relative induced…
- Happy Holidays
  November 12, 2012, 12:14
  Holidays in split family situations can be tricky. If you have a set holiday parenting time schedule and it works, you are all set. If you need to change the…
- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
  October 5, 2012, 12:12
  Do not feel bad if you have never heard of it, because very few people have. The act is federal law which protects us from abusive debt collector practices. T…
- Back to School
  August 9, 2012, 12:09
  It seems like summer just started, but all of a sudden school is right around the corner. For those of you who are sharing custody with your child's…
- Save Money by Doing Your Own Divorce?
  July 13, 2012, 12:04
  It seems like a good deal, do your own divorce with forms available online. While money is saved in the short term, many people have paid me a lot of money to…
- What Do I Do If the Experts are Against Me?
  June 6, 2012, 12:03
  It is tough in a custody case when custody evaluators, guardians ad litem, counselors and other experts recommend against you on custody or visitation in a…
- Bankruptcy - What Is a Reaffirmation Agreement and Should I Sign One?
  April 23, 2012, 11:24
  A Reaffirmation Agreement is a contract signed by a person filing bankruptcy agreeing to pay back a loan that would otherwise be taken care of (discharged) in…
- The Secret to Beating a Drunk Driving Charge
  March 22, 2012, 11:22
  Seeing all the aggressive advertising about DUI defense, one could get the impression that there is an easy way for a good lawyer to beat DUI charges.…
- The Good Divorce
  December 31, 2011, 11:12
  One of those terms that at first seems to make no sense, like 'good car accident' or 'good layoff'. Almost no one gets married planning to be divorced…