Minnesota Dissolution of Marriage Forms — Complete Guide (2026)
Minnesota's dissolution forms are available free at mncourts.gov/GetForms.aspx. Use the search filter for "Dissolution" or "Family" to locate the FA-series forms.
Where to Get Minnesota Dissolution Forms
Primary source: mncourts.gov/GetForms.aspx
Search "dissolution" or filter by form category. Forms are available as fillable PDFs.
Core Forms — All Dissolutions
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Joint Petition for Dissolution of Marriage | Both spouses file together — no service required |
| Individual Petition for Dissolution of Marriage | One spouse files; other is served |
| Summons | Notifies Respondent of filing (individual petition only) |
| Acceptance of Service / Admission of Service | Respondent signs to waive formal service |
| Marital Termination Agreement (MTA) | Settlement agreement — parties draft; court reviews at final hearing |
| Decree of Dissolution of Marriage | Final court order — signed by judge |
The Marital Termination Agreement (MTA)
The MTA is Minnesota's name for the settlement agreement. It must address all issues in the dissolution. Minnesota does not have a standard pre-printed MTA form — parties draft their own, using court-provided guidance.
MTA must address:
- All marital property division (real estate, bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts, vehicles, business interests)
- Non-marital (separate) property confirmed with original owner
- All marital debts assigned
- Spousal maintenance (amount, duration, termination events) — or written waiver
- Legal custody of children (joint or sole) — if applicable
- Physical custody and parenting time schedule — if applicable
- Child support per Minnesota guidelines — if applicable
After signing, both parties file the MTA with the court as part of the dissolution packet.
Forms With Children
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Parenting Plan | Physical custody schedule, legal custody, holiday schedule, relocation provisions |
| Child Support Order | Court order incorporating guideline support amount |
| Child Support Worksheet | Calculates child support per Minnesota guidelines |
| Income Withholding Order | Directs employer to withhold support from paycheck |
| Parent Education Completion Certificate | Proof both parents completed the required program |
Parent Education Program — Required
Both parents must complete the Parent Education Program (Minn. Stat. § 518.157) when minor children are involved.
- Required in all Minnesota counties
- Approximately 8–10 hours; often available online
- Each county has an approved provider list on their District Court website
- Complete before or around the final hearing (check your county's specific requirement)
- Both parents attend separately; it is not a joint session
Find your county's providers: mncourts.gov/Courts → select your county → "Family Court" → "Parent Education."
Minnesota Child Support Guidelines
Minnesota uses the income shares model — both parents' incomes are factored into the child support calculation.
Key factors:
- Both parents' gross monthly incomes
- Parenting time: the more overnights the paying parent has, the lower the obligation
- Number of children
- Child care costs during parenting time
- Health insurance premiums
- Other children in either household (adjustment)
Online calculator: Minnesota Department of Human Services provides an online child support calculator.
Duration: Child support ends when the child turns 18 (or 20 if still in secondary school).
Real Property Recording
Minnesota counties use the following offices for recording real property interests:
- Abstract property: Recorded at the County Recorder (or "Recorder of Deeds")
- Torrens property (registered land): Recorded with the County Registrar of Titles
Check whether the property is abstract or Torrens before preparing the deed — the process differs.
Deed type for divorce transfers in Minnesota: A Quit Claim Deed is the standard instrument for divorce property transfers. The spouse giving up the property signs and notarizes the deed; the receiving spouse records it after refinancing.
Last reviewed: March 2026 | mncourts.gov/GetForms.aspx | "Marital Termination Agreement (MTA)" | Parent Education Program required with children | District Court
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Researched using official state court websites and verified legal aid resources. Filing fees and procedures verified June 2026. General legal information only — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.