Clausen & Hassan  |  September 17, 2015

Determining Spousal Maintenance in Minnesota

How does a court determine spousal maintenance in Minnesota?Spousal maintenance (formerly referred to as alimony) is a highly contentious area of family law, as well as one of the most
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Farhan  |  November 16, 2012

What Are Divorce Papers? The proper names and what they are used for

The term "divorce papers" does not have a precise definition.  The term encompasses all paperwork needed for the divorce process. It is important to understand what the actual name of
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Farhan  |  June 18, 2012

Am I entitled to temporary or permanent spousal maintenance?

This particular post will focus on what is commonly called "temporary" or “rehabilitative” spousal maintenance.  In short, “rehabilitative” spousal maintenance is defined as temporary spousal support payable for a temporary
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Farhan  |  January 29, 2012

What is Alimony?

Alimony is called "spousal maintenance" in Minnesota.  It is a monetary payment from one spouse to the other after a divorce is finalized.  A temporary support order may also be
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Farhan  |  May 4, 2011

Issues affecting spousal maintenance in Minnesota

When married couples divorce, spousal maintenance is an important issue that must be considered. Spousal Maintenance (commonly known as Alimony in other states) is financial support provided by one spouse
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Farhan  |  September 15, 2010

Minnesota Spousal Maintenance Law

The term “Spousal Maintenance” (previously referred to as Alimony) refers to financial support provided by one spouse to the other spouse (e.g. monthly payment or sometimes a lump sum payment)
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Farhan  |  September 3, 2010

Follow-up work after Divorce Decree is Filed

Once the Divorce Decree is signed and both parties have obtained a copy of the Divorce Decree, there may be certain follow-up work that needs to be done.  This may
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