Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) and the Imputation of Income
During a divorce proceeding, and once a divorce is finalized, the court may order that one spouse pay alimony, or what Minnesota refers to as spousal maintenance, to the other spouse. The primary reason for spousal maintenance is to provide cash flow to a spouse in order to approximate the [...]
The Most Exciting Divorce and Custody Case of the Year
We already know celebrities are nothing like us. They have homes all over the world, travel to exotic lands for a weekend getaway, and have other perks that go along with celebrity status. . At least, that is the perception we have. However, when push comes to shove, celebrities still [...]
Top Issues – Minnesota Divorce and Spousal Maintenance
Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) in MinnesotaSpousal Maintenance (also referred to as "Alimony") is an area that is frequently misunderstood, and is often litigated. Equalizing "cash flow" or available income is not required by Minnesota Statue 518.552, as an award of Spousal Maintenance is based on need. Spousal Maintenance, unlike Child [...]