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...
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...
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...
Bought my home before getting married — will I keep it in divorce?
Dividing property when ending a marriage can be a real challenge for many couples. There may be some concern from both parties about what is marital versus separate property. While the ownership of certain assets may be pretty clear-cut, for other assets, it may not...
How does child support work in South Dakota?
If you are getting a divorce or separating from your partner, and you share children, figuring out how you are going to support them can be a bit of a challenge. This situation probably has you wondering how child support works in South Dakota and how support laws...
What are the property division laws in South Dakota?
You have divorce on the brain. You know you want to do it, but you have concerns about how everything will shake out. What you end up walking away with as far as your assets go can significantly impact how you move forward. That is why it is good to know what South...
How are retirement accounts affected in property division?
Couples going through divorce or separation are in one of three groups — those who can work out settlement agreements quickly and without issue, those who may need some help negotiating the best terms, and those who end up fighting things out in court. It doesn’t...
Common questions about divorce in South Dakota
Where will I live? How will my children cope? Will I have to get a new job to support my family? Going through a divorce can lead to these questions and more. No matter where you are in the divorce process, it’s okay to have questions and concerns about a life change...
Does divorce have to be expensive?
Without a doubt, going through a divorce is one of the most challenging things to do. This situation can become even more stressful as your expenses begin to pile up. However, getting a divorce doesn’t need to be costly. There are countless ways to limit the cost of...
