by Dawson Webb | Jul 28, 2025 | Family Law, General
By: Attorney Alexis L. Doree In a previous blog post, we explored how North Dakota courts traditionally approached spousal support (also known as “alimony”). Historically, spousal support decisions were made on a case-by-case basis, focusing heavily on the parties’...
by Dawson Webb | Jul 28, 2025 | Family Law, General
By: Attorney Alexis L. Doree In custody cases, one common question is: “At what age can a child choose which parent to live with?” It’s a question filled with myths and misunderstandings, especially among parents who want their child’s voice heard, and those worried...
by Dawson Webb | Mar 23, 2025 | Civil Litigation, Family Law, General
By: Attorney Alexis L. Doree If you are divorced and living in North Dakota, you may be eligible to collect Social Security benefits based on your ex-spouse’s work history. Knowing what to qualify for and what benefits are available can help you plan for a more...
by Dawson Webb | Mar 11, 2025 | Civil Litigation, Family Law, General
By: Attorney Alexis L. Doree In North Dakota, custody orders—whether for equal residential responsibility (shared parenting time) or primary residential responsibility (when one parent has more than 50% of the parenting time)—are not easily modified. Once a...
by rosenquist | Jan 17, 2023 | Family Law
In a divorce, one of the most frequently asked questions is what happens to the marital home. The family home is often the most valuable asset, as well as the asset with the most emotional attachment. Determining what happens to the family residence can be extremely...
by rosenquist | Sep 30, 2022 | Family Law
If you have a case that involves a dispute regarding parental rights and responsibilities in North Dakota, you will be required to participate in the Family Mediation Program. This program was designed by the Court to help resolve custody and parenting time disputes...
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