Spousal Maintenance (alimony) in Minnesota
Basis for Award in Minnesota
Spousal maintenance (or alimony as it is commonly known) is generally awarded based on need. Minnesota courts will look to the standard of living during the marriage and the ability of to pay, the education, the duration of the marriage, the contributions of the parties during the marriage, among others.
Effect of Stipulation
Courts have the ultimate authority to grant or deny a stipulation on spousal maintenance. Typically courts will honor such a stipulation when it is incorporated as part of the entire property award and it has been negotiate by both parties with aid of counsel.
Reserving Spousal Maintenance
If the Minnesota alimony court reserves the issues of spousal maintenance, the parties may petition for spousal maintenance at a later date.
Permanent Spousal Maintenance
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Duration of Spousal Maintenance Awards
Amount of Spousal Maintenance Awards
Modification of Spousal Maintenance Awards
Waiver of Spousal Maintenance
Spousal support is a complex issue and should be handled with the help of a Minnesota alimony or spousal maintenance lawyer.