Divorce is an intimidating process. Because of this fact, many people put it off until things boil over. This can lead to additional conflict and make your divorce difficult to resolve. Don't let this happen to you. Instead, consider planning how you want your...
Month: May 2020
How does the best interests of the child guide child custody?
In the event of divorce, both physical and legal custody of the child must be determined. Physical custody refers to who the child lives with and legal custody refers to which parent makes major life decisions for the child related to their education, religious...
Don’t fight for costly marital assets without careful thought
The financial ramifications of divorce can leave you feeling overwhelmed and concerned about your future. The prospect of starting your new life with less assets and household income can be intimidating, but you don’t have to be scared. You just have to be smart....
Here’s what to know about North Dakota’s custody investigators
Child custody is often the most contested issue in a divorce. This is understandable given that one’s children are probably the most important thing to them. When these matters can’t be amicably resolved amongst the parents, a court may have to step in to determine...
How can a non-working spouse become independent during a divorce?
Although many families in North Dakota have two working spouses, that isn't always the case. Sometimes, one spouse stays home to take care of the family home, ailing parents or children. Other times, even though both spouses work, one of them earns substantially more...
Bird-nesting: An alternative child custody arrangement
Even after a divorce, parents in Fargo will remain tied to each other through the common goal of raising their children. Parents might assume that their only options for custody involve the child moving from one household to the other either through joint custody or...