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When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Montana?
A Montana court may grant a maintenance order for either spouse only if it finds that the spouse seeking maintenance lacks sufficient property to provide for the spouse's reasonable needs and is … more
What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in Montana?
In Montana, the petition for dissolution of marriage must be verified and must: (1) allege that the marriage is irretrievably broken; (2) state the age, occupation, and residence of each party and … more
What are Grounds for Divorce in Montana?
A Montana divorce will be granted if the court finds the marriage to be irretrievably broken, the parties have lived separate and apart for at least 180 days before commencing a divorce action, or … more

What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
A guardian ad litem is appointed by a court in order to represent the best interests of the child. Either parent can request that a guardian ad litem be appointed for their child, or the court can appoint a guardian ad litem for the child. While some states require that a guardian ad litem be an attorney, other states’ courts will appoint guardian ad litems who are not … 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