A divorce will impact your family in different ways, and as a parent, you will want to do everything you can to shield your children from as many negative effects as reasonably possible. One way that you may do this is by creating a custody and visitation plan that...
Think about your finances when thinking about divorce
Money is not a reason to stay in a marriage with someone to whom you no longer wish to be married. However, your finances are something to think about when considering divorce. Too many people in South Dakota and elsewhere fail to think about what their financial...
If I file for divorce today, how long will it take to complete?
When you’re ready to end your marriage, wanting it done right away is understandable. Unfortunately, it is not something that can be final overnight. There are a couple of factors that will affect the length of time it takes couples in South Dakota to complete the...
In South Dakota, is property split 50/50 in divorce?
It is a common misconception that, when a couple chooses to end their marriage, the division of all of their shared assets will occur in an even 50/50 fashion. South Dakota is an equal distribution state, and while that may imply a perfect 50/50 split of assets, it is...
Is your teen facing a minor in possession charge?
Every year in South Dakota, without fail, teenagers find themselves in positions where alcohol and drugs are readily available to them. Whether attending parties or hanging out with friends, drinking and doing drugs is a temptation, and many find themselves giving in...
Answers to some of the most common questions about divorce
You never thought your marriage wouldn’t work out, but here you are. Your relationship has been on the rocks for a while, and despite your best efforts to make things better, things just aren’t improving. So, you’re ready to file for divorce, but you want to...
Yes, seeking a child custody modification is possible
Due to a divorce or separation, you only see your children according to the terms laid out in a child custody order. Maybe that order has worked relatively well for a while but doesn’t anymore. Maybe it is something you were never happy about, but you just haven’t...
South Dakota DUI laws Q and A
Alcohol-related auto collisions happen all too often in South Dakota. Sadly, many of these collisions result in fatalities. As a way to deter people from driving under the influence, the state has made this a serious criminal offense, and those convicted on DUI...
How much will the divorce process cost?
You’re ready to walk away from your marriage, but you worry about how much doing so will cost you and if you can afford it. Divorce can be expensive, but you may be able to control just how much yours costs by deciding how you want to approach it. There is a big cost...
Can grandparents seek visitation rights in South Dakota?
Being a grandparent is one of the best callings in the world. Unfortunately, some South Dakota residents who have achieved that role in life find that they do not get to see their grandchildren as often as they would like. It is sad and unfortunate, but at the end of...
