Dividing up the property in a divorce can be a challenging process, particularly for couples with a large number of assets. North Dakota is an equitable distribution state, meaning that all marital property, or property acquired during the marriage or with marital...
These days, not every divorce is a result of bitterness and rancor. Sometimes a couple simply decides they would be happier apart, and divorce is the natural solution. No one relishes having to go through the divorce process, and generally people want to feel that...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The end of a marriage can feel almost apocalyptic. Life becomes fractured. It seems as if nothing has a place, and you are not even sure which way to turn or where to begin. When children are involved, things can be especially stressful. Shielding them from pain while...
