Committed and Determined
MNFLR is committed and determined to advancing fair parenting laws that put Minnesota’s children and families first.
It is our vision to create a Minnesota where every family experiences a fair, accountable, and child-centered court system.
Impact
Minnesota’s family law system affects hundreds of thousands of parents and children each year, with measurable gaps in fairness and consistency that highlight the need for reform.
80%
80% SELF-REPRESENTED IN CIVIL CASES
Nearly 80% of Minnesota family cases involve at least one self-represented parent, making fair parenting-time outcomes harder to achieve.
73%
73 DIVORCED LOSE IN-LAW CONTACT
In a survey of 73 divorced adults, frequency of contact with former in-laws declined substantially, reducing extended family support.
69%
$513M Child Support Linked to Parenting Time
Parenting time directly affects child support. In 2023, Minnesota’s program served 292,245 parents and 206,649 children, collecting $513M. Even small changes in overnights shift obligations.
1,600%
1,600% HIGHER SEPARATION RISK (INDIGENOUS VS WHITE)
Indigenous children in Minnesota are separated from their families at a rate 1,600% higher than white children, showing the deepest disparity in family preservation outcomes.
Get Involved with MNFLR
If you have questions, want to share your story, or are ready to get involved, we encourage you to connect with MNFLR. Reaching out is the first step toward meaningful reform. Whether you are a parent navigating the system, a professional who supports family advocacy, or a community member who believes in balanced and child focused laws, your voice matters. Contact MNFLR to learn how you can support legislative efforts, participate in advocacy initiatives, and help strengthen families across Minnesota.
Trusted Minnesota Family Law Advocacy
Get Involved
Minnesota’s current family law framework leaves gaps in fairness, consistency, and child-centered outcomes. Reform is needed to align parenting time and support rules with today’s realities. Data shows the system impacts hundreds of thousands of families each year. Get involved by engaging with legislators, supporting reform initiatives, and contributing your expertise to build a system that truly serves Minnesota families.
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