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Posts Tagged With: Spousal Support

I’m Going Through a Divorce. Will I Be Able to Receive Alimony?

September 4, 2014 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

When Minnesota couples decide to end their marriage, there are many issues to contend with. Not only will their assets likely be split, but there may also be issues regarding child custody and support, as well as who gets to stay in the marital home. Alimony is another issue that is commonly discussed. However, not… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: alimony, Child Custody, Divorce, Spousal Support

Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce Boom in Minnesota

August 8, 2014 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

One year ago, Minnesota legalized same-sex marriage. The state became the 13th in the nation to allow same-sex couples to get married. In the last year, Minnesota has seen over 3,800 same-sex couples get married. In that time, six more states have joined Minnesota and the other states in recognizing gay marriage, not to mention… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Child Custody, Child Support, dispute, Divorce, end of a marriage, Spousal Support

Make Your Prenup as Solid as Your Relationship: Part Two

March 11, 2013 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

Last week we discussed some of the benefits of prenuptial agreements for couples who are planning to get married. While no pair wants to think about that possibility that their marriage may not work out, it is important to give some thought to how your financial situation would be affected should that happen. A strong… Read More

Categories: Prenuptial Agreements Tags: Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, Spousal Support

Military’s Lifetime Alimony Rules Under Siege

February 26, 2013 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

Military servicemen and women, as well as their advocates, are speaking out against a federal law that they believe treats them unfairly in divorce. The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act designates military retirement pay as property for the purpose of divorce, meaning that it may be split up to 50/50. This allows some former… Read More

Categories: Property Division Tags: Divorce, Property Division, Spousal Support

Calculating Spousal Support After Divorce

August 10, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

It’s the center of celebrities’ jokes, the target of reform and the cause of many divorce disputes. Whatever your stance on alimony (also called spousal support and spousal maintenance), the issue may come up during your divorce. Whether you expect to pay or receive alimony after parting ways with your spouse, it can be helpful… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Divorce, Spousal Support

Even Celebrities Must Face Realities of Divorce

July 13, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

If you are at all tuned in to popular culture, you know that actress Katie Holmes recently filed for divorce from mega-star Tom Cruise after five years of marriage. Their marriage, Cruise’s Scientology beliefs and his intermittently erratic behavior have long been the subjects of tabloid speculation. Nonetheless, Holmes’ filing for divorce came as somewhat… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Celebrity divorces, Child Support, Divorce, Spousal Support

What You Should Know About Life Insurance When Filing for Divorce

June 8, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

Emotions run high when couples are considering a divorce. Negotiating through the divorce process can be incredibly complex, involving many factors that often leave people feeling overwhelmed. Not surprisingly, the financial consequences associated with life insurance policies are likely not the first thing on most people’s minds during this trying period. Nonetheless, determining how to… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Child Support, Divorce, Financial Issues, Spousal Support

More Women Making Child and Spousal Support Payments

May 23, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

When a couple divorces, people often assume the man will be the one paying child support or alimony. However, as more women have climbed the corporate ladder, the financial arrangement is often reversed. A recent survey found increasing numbers of women are now making support payments to their husbands. According to a survey by the… Read More

Categories: Child Support Tags: Child Support, Spousal Support

How Does Education Factor into Alimony Orders?

March 7, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

Perhaps you helped your spouse through school financially, or you stayed at home with the kids while your spouse obtained an advanced degree. Does that count for alimony / spousal maintenance purposes? What if you (or your spouse) don’t have the education necessary to get a reasonable job? Alimony in Minnesota During a Minnesota divorce,… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Divorce, Spousal Support

What Is Your “Standard of Living” for Divorce Purposes?

February 17, 2012 by Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

Divorcing couples and the courts look to the standard of living established during marriage to determine alimony / spousal support and child support. How can you figure out what the standard of living was during your marriage? What documents should you collect in order to show how many assets you and your spouse have and… Read More

Categories: Divorce Tags: Divorce, Property Divison, Spousal Support

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