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Third-Party Custody and Guardianship in North Dakota
February 11th, 2019 by
Most of the time, it is in the best interests of children to be cared for by their own parents. Sometimes, unfortunately, that is not possible. When there is not a parent available to take care of a child, a third party, often a grandparent, may need…
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“Alexa, what was the Most Expensive Divorce in History?”
January 29th, 2019 by
Fox News founder Rupert Murdoch reportedly paid his second wife, Anna Maria Torv, a property settlement worth $1.7 billion. In the late 1990’s, New York socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein, known for her plastic surgery that made the tabloid press dub he…
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How is Military Retired Pay Divided in a Divorce?
January 11th, 2019 by
In divorces in which one or both spouses is a military member, a significant asset often at issue is the pension, also referred to as military retired pay. How is military retired pay divided in a divorce?
Unlike most marital assets and debts gover…
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What If I Cannot Afford An Attorney? Are There Ways to Finance Legal Fees?
December 20th, 2018 by
At Fremstad Law we work hard to provide cost-effective legal services. The reality is, however, that the legal process and especially litigation, whether it be criminal, family law, civil, or commercial, can be very expensive. As such, Fremstad…
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Should a Trust Be Part of Your North Dakota Estate Plan?
December 20th, 2018 by
A trust is a complex estate planning tool that an experienced North Dakota estate planning lawyer might recommend as a part of your estate plan. Similar to a Will, a trust transfers assets to your beneficiaries. A trust, however, gives you additional…
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Why Should I Have An Attorney Review My RFP?
December 5th, 2018 by
Requests for Proposals (“RFPs”) are a great way to gain business, visibility and compete in an otherwise crowded marketplace. RFPs are invitations for vendors to submit bids, along with a proposal, which usually includes an overview of the busi…
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Landlord Concerns in a Commercial Lease Agreement
November 28th, 2018 by
If you own commercial real estate space and want to rent it, it’s important that you protect yourself and your business, and that you understand your obligations to your tenants, as well as what they can legally expect from you as a commercial land…
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Step-parent Adoption in North Dakota
November 13th, 2018 by
Families are created in many different ways, including through adoption. One of the most common forms of adoption is step-parent adoption, in which a step-parent who has come to love a spouse’s child as his or her own makes that relationship a…
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Estate Planning in a Second Marriage
November 2nd, 2018 by
Estate planning in second marriage can be complicated, but with thoughtful planning and by being clear and explicit about your wishes, you can avoid many of the potential pitfalls that come with a second marriage and a blended family.
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Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With in North Dakota?
October 10th, 2018 by
When North Dakota courts must decide parental rights and responsibilities in a divorce, they must consider a number of factors relating to the best interests and welfare of the child. Among these factors is “the preference of a mature child.…
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