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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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