When you are settling a divorce with children in the picture, you need to consider your custody options carefully. One solution that is gaining popularity in recent years is nesting. This joint custody arrangement allows your child to stay in the family home while you...

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Divorce
Navigating child support non-payment during a divorce
Divorce brings about many changes in the lives of all family members involved. One of these changes relates to child support. If your spouse refuses to pay child support during your North Dakota divorce, it can add an extra layer of stress to an already challenging...
Could back child support affect your recreational license?
If you enjoy fishing or hunting, it is essential to keep in mind that failing to pay child support on time could prevent you from taking part in these hobbies. Aside from affecting your ability to enjoy certain outdoor activities, missing child support payments could...
How do the courts determine alimony in a divorce?
One of the most significant issues that might arise when going through a divorce is the question of alimony. Also known as spousal support, alimony is a payment that one spouse makes to the other during or after a divorce. The purpose of alimony is to limit any unfair...
Navigating the complexities of grey divorces
Divorce presents unique challenges at any age. But when it occurs later in life, often referred to as a 'grey divorce', it brings about specific considerations and difficulties. Understanding these differences is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and fair outcomes...
Is your spouse hiding assets?
In a divorce, equitable division of assets is crucial for ensuring a fair settlement. However, if you suspect your spouse of hiding assets during the divorce process, it can complicate matters. This article provides guidance on what steps to take if you suspect your...
When do you qualify for a former spouse’s Social Security?
When you have a husband or wife, your retirement picture may look quite a bit different than it does when you divorce. You may worry about having enough retirement funds to get by on if you find yourself single in this stage of life, but you may have the option of...
How does adultery impact a North Dakota divorce?
When you split from your spouse in North Dakota, you need to determine under what grounds you plan to seek the divorce. The state recognizes seven main causes of divorce, and one of those seven causes is adultery, or the cheating of one spouse on the other. Per the...
Important things to know when administering QDROs in North Dakota
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a tool by which divorcing couples can separate their joint retirement accounts. Retirement accounts are often among a person's greatest assets, especially when divorcing later in life. Here is what you need to know about...
Handling debt amid divorce
When a North Dakota marriage ends, an essential part of disentangling your life from your ex’s involves taking care of your assets and debts. Doing so gives each of you a chance at a fresh financial start and helps you plan and budget for life without your one-time...