Money may be tight. If so, you may have several financial worries on your mind -- not the least of which, of course, is the next child support payment you have due.The state doesn't automatically adjust the amount of support that you're required to pay when your...
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What are marital assets?
When most people enter a marriage, they aren't thinking much about what's theirs and what is their spouse's. For a while, nobody keeps track.Then trouble comes. Someone asks for a divorce. Now, both spouses are struggling to understand their financial situation and...
Why is it usually the woman who files for divorce?
When a couple's marriage goes south, more often than not it's the woman that ends up in a divorce attorney's office first. That's not exactly a new thing, but research is just now starting to understand why.Way back in the 1800s, research indicated that women...
Are you thinking about adoption? Here’s what to do first
Are you struggling with infertility? If it doesn't seem likely that you're ever going to have biological children, you may have already started to consider alternatives like adoption.It's okay to take this process slowly. In fact, it's probably best if you start by...
How do you establish paternity in North Dakota?
Your baby's about to be born, and you're concerned about the fact that you and the mother aren't married. You know that you need to establish your legal paternity to protect your rights -- and your child.There are a few different ways that you can go about it: A...
How to make a child custody exchange safely
You may share custody of your children with your ex, but that doesn't mean that you and your ex are on good terms. Maybe your ex is angry that you've moved on and have a new romantic interest. Maybe they simply don't like the current custody and visitation schedule...
Can the noncustodial parent challenge a child support increase?
Meeting the financial needs of children after divorce is challenging for both parents. Sometimes, it becomes necessary to modify the terms of a child support agreement to make certain children have everything they need to thrive.In North Dakota and other states,...
The real reasons people get divorced
When people think about divorce, they often assume that it stems from someone being unfaithful. It's a natural assumption, often because of how common this is in media: Movies, songs, TV shows, novels, etc.It does happen in real life, of course, but it's hardly the...
Was I deserted and is it sufficient cause for divorce?
For North Dakota couples who are experiencing marital issues and a dispute-laden situation, it is important to understand the options when considering a divorce. In the state, people can file for both a fault and a no-fault divorce. When considering a fault-based...
What factors are considered with equitable property division?
In a North Dakota divorce, it is common for there to be issues in dispute. Often, this centers around spousal support and child support. One factor that frequently arises at the end of a marriage, however, is property division. This can include the marital home, motor...