Benjamin Kaasa Attorney at Law

Benjamin Kaasa Attorney at Law serves families throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin with competent, practical family law representation grounded in a genuine desire to help people navigate marital dissolution sensibly. Located in Duluth, Minnesota at 11 East Superior Street, Suite 553, Benjamin Kaasa opened his own law practice on April 2, 2011, after developing extensive family law experience and a clear vision of how to serve families effectively.

Benjamin Kaasa earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law in May 2006, completing his formal legal education with a thorough grounding in family law and legal principles. After law school, he worked in various capacities, developing deep practical experience in family law matters while refining his understanding of how legal representation can best serve families facing divorce, custody, and related issues.

The decision to open his own practice in April 2011 reflected Benjamin's confidence in his abilities and his vision for what family law practice should look like. Rather than remaining in a larger firm, he chose to build a boutique practice focused on serving individual families with the kind of personal attention and commitment that independent practice allows.

What distinguishes Benjamin Kaasa's practice is the combination of legal expertise and practical flexibility. He represents families in every type of divorce and family law matter: simple uncontested divorces, complex contested cases, custody disputes, child and spousal support matters, and post-judgment modifications. He also serves as a mediator, guardian ad litem, and evaluator—roles that expand his ability to help families beyond traditional attorney representation.

Benjamin's experience across hundreds of cases in both Minnesota and Wisconsin gives him deep insight into family law in both jurisdictions. The differences between Minnesota and Wisconsin family law can be significant, and Benjamin's experience in both states means he brings specialized knowledge to clients regardless of where they live or where divorce proceedings occur.

The firm's practice encompasses the full spectrum of family law matters. Divorce representation ranges from straightforward uncontested cases to complex, contested divorces involving substantial assets, business interests, or significant disputes over custody. Benjamin brings thoroughness and strategic thinking to each matter, adapting his approach based on what the particular family's circumstances demand.

Annulment and legal separation represent alternative approaches to marital dissolution that some families pursue. Benjamin helps families understand the differences between divorce, annulment, and legal separation, and how each might apply to their situations.

Spousal maintenance—often called alimony—receives careful analysis. Minnesota law provides statutory formulas for spousal maintenance calculations, but real families often have circumstances warranting adjustment from those guidelines. Benjamin analyzes whether statutory spousal maintenance is appropriate and what modifications might be warranted by particular circumstances.

Asset and debt division demands thorough attention. Many families do not fully understand what assets must be divided or the methods for valuing complex assets. Benjamin helps clients identify all marital property, understand valuation approaches, and ensure fair division.

Modification of court orders addresses changed circumstances that make original orders inappropriate. Whether addressing income changes, health issues, job loss, or other circumstances, Benjamin helps families modify support orders or custody arrangements to reflect new realities.

Relocation with children represents a particularly sensitive issue. When one parent wants to move significant distances (often to another state), complex legal issues arise regarding custody, parenting time, and whether relocation is in children's best interests. Benjamin's experience with relocation cases gives him expertise in analyzing these complex situations.

Paternity matters also receive attention. When unmarried couples separate, establishing paternity and determining custody, support, and parenting time requires legal action. Benjamin helps families navigate these sensitive matters.

What makes Benjamin Kaasa particularly valuable to families is his role as mediator, guardian ad litem, and evaluator. These roles expand his capacity to help families beyond traditional attorney representation. As a mediator, he helps couples reach agreements without contested litigation. As a guardian ad litem, he advocates for children's best interests in contested custody cases. As an evaluator, he provides neutral analysis of custody and parenting arrangements.

Clients consistently appreciate Benjamin's practical, straightforward approach to family law matters. Rather than overcomplicating situations or pushing clients toward unnecessary litigation, Benjamin helps families understand their actual options and the likely consequences of different choices. This practical orientation reflects his commitment to helping families resolve legal issues sensibly.

The firm's location in Duluth provides convenient access for families in northeastern Minnesota. The office at 11 East Superior Street reflects Benjamin's commitment to maintaining a professional, welcoming environment for clients during vulnerable times.

Benjamin's decision to serve both Minnesota and Wisconsin families reflects the geographic realities of the Duluth area, which sits near both states' borders. Many families in the region have connections to both states, and Benjamin's dual licensure allows him to represent clients' interests regardless of which state's law applies.

The hundreds of cases Benjamin has handled across both states demonstrate his experience and the trust families place in his representation. This extensive experience means he has encountered virtually every scenario families face and can draw on deep knowledge in analyzing new situations.

If you're facing a family law matter in Duluth, northeastern Minnesota, or northwestern Wisconsin—whether contemplating divorce, navigating custody disputes, addressing spousal maintenance concerns, pursuing mediation, or seeking other family law services—Benjamin Kaasa welcomes the opportunity to discuss your situation. Contact him at 218-464-3397 or visit https://duluthfamilylawyer.com/ to speak with an attorney dedicated to helping families find sensible legal solutions to their challenges.