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What Are the Laws in South Dakota About How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
When a divorce is granted in South Dakota, property will be divided equitably between the parties. (South Dakota Codified Laws, Title 25 Domestic Relations, Chapter 4 Divorce Section 44)
What are Grounds for Divorce in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, a divorce may be granted for one of the following seven reasons: adultery, extreme cruelty, willful desertion, willful neglect, habitual intemperance, conviction of a felony, or … more
When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the Court may require one spouse to pay a suitable allowance to the other, as the Court deems just considering the circumstances of the parties. (South Dakota Codified Laws, Title … 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
What to Look For in a Divorce Attorney
Divorce involves many important issues, such as property, money, and your children. Therefore, it is essential that you hire a divorce attorney who can give you good advice and help you through what are often stressful, time-consuming, and emotional divorce proceedings. First, you should hire a divorce attorney who specializes in family law or has handled many divorce … more

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