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Divorce
Overview
Divorce is a judgment of a court that ends the marriage.
A North Dakota State District Court may grant a divorce, even if the spouses weren't married in North Dakota. … more
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Donald A. Sauviac Jr. 1963-2022
Donald A. Sauviac Jr., who practiced law in North Dakota from 2014-2020, died Nov. 16. A graduate of the Southern University Law Center, he was admitted to the N.D. bar in 2017. Services will be held in New Orleans on Tuesday, Nov. 22. -
Leland Manford Stenehjem, Jr. 1945-2024
UND School of Law graduate Leland M. Stenehjem, Jr. died on February 28, 2024. -
Earle "Bud" Myers Jr. 1938-2020
Longtime state's attorney Earle "Bud" Myers Jr., died Oct. 18. A 1969 UND School of Law graduate, he was a career prosecutor serving in Grand Forks, Richland and Cass counties for more than 30 years. -
Fred E. Whisenand, Jr. 1929-2023
Former Williston attorney Fred Whisenand , Jr. died on Sept. 21, 2023. A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 1 in Whitefish, Montana. -
Dale W. Moench 1940-2019
Longtime attorney Dale W. Moench died Oct. 1. A UND School of Law graduate, he was admitted to the North Dakota bar in 1966. A celebration of life will be 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at Boulger Funeral Home in Fargo. -
Dewel E. Viker, Jr. 1940 - 2019
Longtime lawyer Dewel Viker Jr. of rural Hillsboro died Aug. 16. A 1965 UND School of Law graduate, he practiced law throughout North Dakota including service as state's attorney. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22, at Halstad Lutheran Church in Halstad, Minn. -
A friendlier path to divorce? Minnesota lawmakers are considering it
Duluth News Tribune: "Minnesota couples considering divorce would be able to bypass the courts under a proposal advancing through the state Legislature. The proposal would give married couples the option to set the terms of their divorce and file for marital dissolution through a cooperative divorce program." -
Dale V. Sandstrom
Dale V. Sandstrom
Justice of the Supreme Court/Surrogate Judge
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RULE 8.3 CASE MANAGEMENT (DIVORCE CASES)
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J.R. Kerzmann
J.R. Kerzmann
Sheriff
P.O. Box 1108
Washburn, ND58577-1108
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RULE 8.4 SUMMONS IN ACTION FOR DIVORCE, SEPARATION OR TO DETERMINE PARENTAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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SUPPLEMENT 2. ABA MODEL STANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR FAMILY AND DIVORCE MEDIATION
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John C. McClintock, Jr.
John C. McClintock, Jr.
District Court Judge
Chambers:
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Chas Neff, Jr.
Chas Neff, Jr.
District Court Judge
Chambers: Williston – NWJD #3
Appointed in 2024Williams County Courthouse
205 E. Broadway
Williston, ND58801
Staff:Renee Gerard
Court Recorder
RGerard@ndcourts.gov
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Contested-Divorce-Informational-Guide
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Divorce with an agreement - No Children
You may only use these forms if your answer to all of the following statements is "yes"
1. The spouses are currently in communication with each other. _____ yes _____no
2. The … more
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Filing for Divorce Together – With Children
IMPORTANT: ND Legal Self Help Center staff and court employees and aren't allowed to give legal advice and can't help you complete these forms. If you're unsure how to proceed, … more
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Summons form - Divorce or Separation
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Andrud, Lukas Dale - 06434
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Ohnstad Twichell, P.C.
Business Address:
444 Sheyenne St., Ste. 102
P.O. Box 458
West Fargo, ND 58078-0458Phone: 701-282-3249
Email: landrud@ohnstadlaw.com
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Hager, Justin Dale - 06003
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Justin D. Hager, P.C.
Business Address:
1110 College Dr., Ste. 211
Bismarck, ND 58501-1225Phone: 701-258-0250
Email: justins_law2005@yahoo.com
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Kadlec, Dale M - 05781
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
6160 16th St. S.
Fargo, ND 58104Phone: 701-281-6707
Email: dkadlec@microsoft.com
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Larson, Stephen Dale - 07489
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Fitzgerald, Reynolds & Harbott, P.L.L.P.
Business Address:
201 N. Broadway, Ste. 2
P.O. Box 457
Crookston, MN 56716Phone: 218-281-4168
Email: slarson@nwmnlaw.com
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Maier, Jesse Dale - 07843
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: SW&L Attorneys
Business Address:
4627 44th Ave. S., Ste. 108
Fargo, ND 58104Phone: 701-297-2890
Email: jesse.maier@swlattorneys.com
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Mattern, Mark Dale - 05397
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
U.S. District Court
P.O. Box 670
Bismarck, ND 58502-0670Phone: 701-530-2319
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Moench, Dale W - 02815
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
P.O. Box 10943
Fargo, ND 58106-0943Phone: 701-306-2958
Email: essart@cableone.net
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Rivard, Dale Richard - 05341
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
513 Third Ave SE
East Grand Forks, MN 56721Phone: - -
Email: drivard@gra.midco.net
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Rowenhorst, Brandon Dale - 06484
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Rowenhorst Law P.C.
Business Address:
122 S. Main St., Ste. D
Minot, ND 58701Phone: 701-340-9788
Email: bdhorst@midco.net
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Sandstrom, Dale V - 03244
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
P.O. Box 144
Bismarck, ND 58502-0144Phone: 701-223-7074
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Schoonover, Dale John - 06672
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
Business Address:
60 S. Sixth St., Ste. 1500
Minneapolis, MN 55402-4400Phone: 612-492-7000
Email: dschoonover@fredlaw.com
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Severson, Nathan Dale - 06402
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: SW&L Attorneys
Business Address:
4627 44th Ave. S., Ste. 108
Fargo, ND 58104Phone: 701-297-2890
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Shook, Dale Robert - 05675
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
Titan Machinery Inc.
644 E. Beaton Dr.
West Fargo, ND 58078-2648Phone: 701-367-7031
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Thompson, Dale Allen - 03624
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
804 Thompson St.
Bottineau, ND 58318Phone: 701-228-2836
Email: datjct@utma.com
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Sletten, Douglas Dale - 03689
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Sletten Law Office
Business Address:
#2 N. Main St.
P.O. Box 68
Garrison, ND 58540-0068Phone: 701-463-2259
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Jensen, Dale H - 02397
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Vinnes, Kevin Dale - 04853
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
Sw Law Cntr.
2212 Second St. S.W.
Rochester, MN 55902Phone: 507-252-9920
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Armstrong, Phillip Dale - 03543
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Armstrong Law Firm
Business Address:
20 First St. S.W., #206
Minot, ND 58701Phone: 701-838-9422
Email: at_the_0ffice@hotmail.com
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Erickson, Dale A - 03472
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
20505 Houston Cove
Lago Vista, TX 78645Phone: 281.797.1219
Email: erickson.dale@gmail.com
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Craft, Dale J - 04136
Attorney at Law
Business Address:
1731 S. Eighth St.
Fargo, ND 58103-4908Phone: 701-237-3071
Email: craftdj@msn.com
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Moug, Dale E - 02775
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Dale, Alfred S - 01450
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Kraemer, Frederick Dale - 03043
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McMichael, Dale R - 02020
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Nordquist, Dale M - 01962
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Reimers, George Dale - 01791
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Schowengerdt , Dale M. - 09249
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Landmark Law, PLLC
Business Address:
7 W. Sixth Ave., Ste. 518
Helena, MT 59601Phone: 406-438-2163
Email: dale@landmarklawpllc.com
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Mickels , Jesse Dale - 09702
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Mickels Law Office
Business Address:
P.O. Box 926
Moorhead, MN 56561Phone: 218-790-0803
Email: mickelslawoffice@gmail.com
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Nicolet, Russell Dale - 09968
Attorney at Law
Law Firm: Nicolet Law Office, S.C.
Business Address:
517 Second St., Unit #205
Hudson, WI 54016Phone: 715-716-5023
Email: russell@nicoletlaw.com
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Mervin Dale Nordeng 1942-2025
Longtime North Dakota lawyer and former Cass County State’s Attorney Mervin D. Nordeng died on February 7, 2025. -
Investiture Invitation Judge Chas Neff JR
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APPENDIX A. SUMMONS IN ACTION FOR DIVORCE OR SEPARATION
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Answer or Respond to a Divorce Complaint (Defendant)
Don’t ignore the Summons and Complaint for Divorce!
You only have 21 days to respond. If you don’t answer the summons and complaint in writing, the judge is allowed to grant the … more
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Preparing for Your Divorce Hearing or Trial
Preparing for a Divorce Hearing or Trial is Often a Complex and Confusing Process! You need to do additional research to prepare.
You’re held to the same requirements and … more
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Start a Divorce on Your Own (Plaintiff)
Overview
The information and forms on this page are for spouses who want to get a divorce, but:
The other spouse doesn’t agree to the divorce in writing (see File for Divorce … more
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Default Divorce Motion Info Guide
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Default Divorce Answer Motion Info Guide
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Answering a Motion for a Default Divorce Judgment – Informational Guide
Overview
This Informational Guide provides a basic, step-by-step guide for answering a motion for a default divorce judgment.
The Plaintiff spouse in a divorce case may make a … more
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Motion for a Default Divorce Judgment – Informational Guide
Overview
This Informational Guide provides a basic, step-by-step guide for making a motion for a default divorce judgment.
The Plaintiff spouse in a divorce case may make a motion … more
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Get the Final Divorce Judgment – Both Spouses
Important! The forms available through the N.D. Legal Self Help Center are only for divorces involving common and uncomplicated circumstances.
The following final divorce … more
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Judge Chas Neff, Jr. Investiture - October 11th Photos
Northwest District Judge Chas Neff, Jr. was formally sworn in during an investiture ceremony at the Williams County Courthouse in Williston on Oct. 11. Here are the photos. -
Steps You Must Take Before the Court Can Grant a Divorce (Divorce Case Management)
A Divorce Case Includes Many Steps with Deadlines and Paperwork!
After a Divorce case starts with service of the Summons and Complaint, spouses are responsible for meeting a lot … more
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Calif.: Single mom wins $153K in child support 50 years after divorce
ABC News: "A California woman was finally awarded child support 50 years after her ex-husband moved to Canada without making any of the court-ordered payments." -
8th Circuit Court of Appeals decides N.D. case
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the federal district court decision in United States v. Walter Holmes, Jr. on May 15, 2025. -
U.S. District Court issues order in Rodriguez case
On Sept. 3, U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Ralph Erickson ordered that a new sentencing phase be conducted in the case of United States v. Alfonso Rodriguez Jr. -
Judge Neff investiture set for Oct. 11
The investiture ceremony for Judge Chas Neff, Jr. will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11th at the Williams County Courthouse. -
Stanley
Kilen, Dale, Judge
Nichols, Debbie, ClerkPO Box 249Stanley 58787
701-629-5032Fax: 701-628-2232
Judicial District: North Central Judicial District
Is eligible for RARP?: No
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The Supreme Court at UND School of Law - The November 5-6, 2013, photos
Justice Dan Crothers speaks to a class of students at the University of North Dakota School of Law about lawyer cordiality during the Court's annual visit. -
Nominating committee forwards two NWJD candidates to governor
The Judicial Nominating Committee has sent candidates Charles "Chas" Neff, Jr. and Christopher K. Votava to Gov. Doug Burgum to be considered for the Northwest Judicial District judgeship vacancy. -
8th Circuit decides N.D. cases
8th Circuit decides two N.D. cases on April 5th, 2024. -
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The 8th Circuit decided N.D. case United States v. Jerome Koon, Jr., U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 24-2369. -
Arthur Lazarus, who represented Sioux Nation in landmark Supreme Court case, dies at 92
Boston Globe: "Arthur Lazarus Jr., a Washington lawyer who represented Native American tribes for more than four decades, notably securing a landmark $106 million award for the Sioux Nation as part of its long fight for the Black Hills of South Dakota, died July 27." -
Court reporter Martinson honored on retirement
Retiring Northeast Judicial District court reporter Debra Martinson has been recognized for more than 43 years of service with the court system. -
Three apply for NWJD judge vacancy
Three attorneys have applied to be considered for appointment to the Northwest Judicial District vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paul W. Jacobson. They are Charles Neff, Jr., Jonathan J. Smith, and Christopher K. Votava. -
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The 8th Circuit decided N.D. case Joe Whatley, Jr. V. Canadian Pacific Railway Co., U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 24-1109 -
SD justices say injured driver doesn't owe insurance company
KELO News: "State Farm can't recover $5,000 from motorist LeRoy James Jr. it paid to him for medical expenses, the South Dakota Supreme Court said in a decision released Thursday. Jones was rear-ended on July 16, 2016, on SD 16 near Rapid City by another driver, Melissa Rivers." -
Jackson sworn in as U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice
The Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in as the 104th Associate Justice of the Supreme Court on Thursday, June 30. -
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued an opinion in a North Dakota conspiracy case. -
Robert L. Eckert
Robert L. Eckert
District Court Judge
Chambers:
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The Supreme Court at New Rockford - The October 4, 2000 photos
New Rockford is ready for the Supreme Court. -
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has affirmed the district court ruling in a North Dakota case. -
The Supreme Court at NDSU - The October 13, 2004 photos
Justice William Neumann speaks to an NDSU class during the Supreme Court's Oct. 13 visit -
Billionaires stashing funds in South Dakota trusts
Pierre Capital Journal: "South Dakota’s unusual stature as a leader nationwide in chartering trusts has been in the national headlines in recent weeks because of a new turn in a Texas billionaire’s messy divorce." -
Administrative Council Meeting
Scheduled on Friday, September 21, 2018 @ 9:00 AM...more
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Appendix I. N.D.R.Ct. 8.1 Family Mediation Program Forms
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New chief public defender named for Divide, McKenzie and Williams counties
Williston Herald: "The North Dakota Commission for Indigent Defense has selected Donald A. Sauviac, Jr. to serve as the supervising attorney for the Northwestern District of North Dakota, covering the counties of Williams, McKenzie and Divide." -
U.S.: In 2020, watch for these blockbuster Supreme Court cases
PBS News: "The U.S. Supreme Court begins the second half of a potentially historic term — with arguments involving abortion, President Donald Trump’s financial records and funds for religious schools, among others — in the shadow of a presidential impeachment trial." -
The Supreme Court at Fargo South High School - The April 11, 2024 photos
The Supreme Court traveled to Fargo South High School April 11 to hear arguments in a case and to visit with students. -
Judicial Conference Meeting
Scheduled on Monday, November 20, 2000 @ 8:30 AM...more
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Judicial Conference Meeting
Scheduled on Thursday, June 14, 2001 @ 7:00 AM...more
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The Supreme Court in West Fargo - The May 4, 2000 photos
The Supreme Court was greeted by this sign on arriving at West Fargo High School. -
The Supreme Court in Beulah - The May 2, 2005, photos
Justice Carol Kapsner speaks to students at Beulah High School. -
Big Muddy Bar Association hosts The Banquet
The Big Muddy Bar Association hosted The Banquet on July 25 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Volunteers served about 400 meals of pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, watermelon and ice cream bars. -
Robert W. Wirtz 1942-2022
Longtime Bismarck attorney Robert W. Wirtz died July 24. A UND School of Law graduate, he was admitted to the N.D. bar in 1967. -
State of the Judiciary Report 2011
I am pleased to offer the State of the Judiciary Report to the 112th Annual Meeting of the State Bar Association. Despite what some of the younger lawyers may believe, I have not been in attendance at all 112 meetings. A few people in this room were in attendance at the same meeting I was a few weeks ago in which the speaker, a retired Law School Dean, in talking about his age said that "With age comes wisdom but sometimes age comes alone." -
John T. Traynor 1926-2021
Longtime Devils Lake attorney John T. Traynor died July 11. He graduated from the UND School of Law and was admitted to the N.D. bar in 1951. His funeral will be Monday, July 26, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Devils Lake. -
Court Services Administration Committee Meeting
Scheduled on Friday, November 8, 2002 @ 10:00 AM...more
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Judicial Conference Meeting
Scheduled on Monday, November 21, 2011 @ 9:00 AM...more
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FORM 1. SUMMONS
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Vaagen appointed referee and magistrate in SCJD
Tessa Vaagen has been appointed as a referee and magistrate in the South Central Judicial District -
State of the Judiciary Message 2011
I perhaps should not tell you this, but it may surprise you to learn that delivering a State of the Judiciary message is not a privilege all of my colleagues in other states share. I do not take this privilege for granted and I recognize your already heavy schedule. The invitation to speak to you today is indicative of the spirit of cooperation and respect that our three branches of government in our state share. I thank you for that.