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When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Minnesota?
A Minnesota Court may order one party to pay alimony to the other if the party seeking alimony lacks sufficient property, including marital property apportioned to the spouse, to provide for his or … more
What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the petition for divorce must include: (1) the name (including any prior names) and address of the petitioner; (2) the name (including any prior names) and address (if known) of the … more
What are the Grounds for Divorce in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, a divorce may be granted if there was an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage relationship. (Minnesota 518.06)

When and How do Courts Order Spousal Support?
When married couples divorce, courts have the authority to order that one spouse pay the other spouse spousal support. Spousal support, which is also known as alimony or maintenance, is meant to protect a spouse’s standard of living. It is usually provided to spouses who have been out of the workforce during the marriage, who have taken part time jobs during the marriage, or … more
The Difference Between Marriage and Civil Unions
Much is made in the media about the differences between marriage and civil unions but what exactly are those differences and are they significant? People, presumably, get married because they are in love and seek to make a life time commitment to each other. People enter domestic partnerships for the same presumptive reasons. However, a marriage brings certain legal benefits … more