Alimony

How Do I Prove I Need Spousal Support in Minnesota?

How to Prove You Need Spousal Support in Minnesota Divorce is tough—emotionally and financially. If you're wondering how you’ll make ends meet after your marriage ends, you’re not alone. Many people across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities face the same concern: how do I prove I need ...

2025-06-05T12:03:13-05:00April 2, 2021|Categories: Alimony, Family Law Blog|

Avoiding Bankruptcy After A Divorce 

There’s no way around it. Divorce can be a financial setback for those who have become dependent on a spouse’s income, especially if children are involved. Things like vacations, private schools for their children, music lessons and expensive sports oftentimes have to be cut or curtailed because the funds are ...

When can a Spouse’s Ability to Earn Income be Considered for Spousal Maintenance?

The Court will consider a spouse's ability to earn income and be self-supporting when considering spousal maintenance. However, look at the facts surrounding a recent appellate case: Husband and Wife are both 52 years old. The parties were married for 30 years. The first five years of the parties' marriage ...

2020-08-27T16:57:27-05:00November 15, 2012|Categories: Alimony, Family Law Blog|Tags: , |

Determining a Spousal Maintenance Award in Minnesota Divorce

Understanding Spousal Maintenance in Minnesota Divorce For many people going through divorce in Minneapolis-St. Paul, one of the biggest concerns is financial stability — especially if one spouse has been financially dependent on the other during the marriage. This is where spousal maintenance, often still called alimony, comes into play. ...

2025-06-13T12:16:54-05:00March 1, 2010|Categories: Alimony, Family Law Blog|Tags: , , |
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