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
Written by the SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites, state statutes, and legal aid resources. All filing fees and procedures verified March 2026. This is general legal information — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.