Issues affecting spousal maintenance in Minnesota
When married couples divorce, spousal maintenance is an important issue that must be considered. Spousal Maintenance (commonly known as Alimony in other states) is financial support provided by one spouse
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Divorce decree or wedding records – how to get copies
A copy of a Minnesota Divorce Decree, which records a Dissolution of Marriage, can be obtained from the county which granted the divorce. A copy of the certificate of marriage record
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Three questions to ask a divorce attorney before hiring
Before hiring a divorce attorney in Minnesota, one of the most important things you can do as a future client is to ask questions that will help you know that
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Understanding division of property during a divorce in Minnesota
In a Divorce proceeding, the Court has the power to “justly and equitably” award property. Therefore, it is extremely important to note that the Court does not automatically apportion property
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Non-Custodial Parent and Child Care Expenses
A parent who does not have custody of a child can not claim work-related or education-related child expenses. The argument that a non-custodial parent should be allowed to claim work-related or education-related
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Facts about retirement accounts during a Minnesota divorce
If a spouse earns retirement benefits during marriage, the other spouse has a marital interest in such assets. As a Minneapolis Divorce Lawyer, I’ve seen many misconceptions to believe that
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Divorce Decree enforcement
The best way to prevent problems with enforcement of a Divorce Decree is to make sure that a proactive approach is taken when the Divorce Decree is being negotiated and,
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Stipulated Divorce Decree
When a Divorce Decree is issued by the Court, it is called "Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment & Judgment and Decree." This is the official Divorce
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Filing Taxes during Divorce
Sometimes, spouses have to make a decision on filing tax returns during a divorce proceeding. The best approach is to seek the advice of your attorney so that the attorney
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