Legal Question in Family Law in Minnesota

Re: Divorce

You should contact an attorney to determine if you have a legal marriage. The fact that you were married in an islamic tradition does not mean that you cannot divorce your husband through Minnesota courts, although the rules that will be applied to your divorce will be Minnesota's statutes, rather than your marriage contract.

There is very little law on the issue whether your islamic marriage contract can be used as a sort of pre-nuptial agreement to enforce your rights, but I was able to locate law review articles on the issue.

If you do not have a legally recognized marriage, you may still be able to obtain rights to property and child support under Minnesota law.

There used to be a civil cause of action called "alienation of affection," but Minnesota has abolished that cause of action. Therefore, under the facts you have presented here, you cannot sue your husband's girlfriend.

I advise you to seek the advice of an attorney who can assist you with some of the issues that you raise.